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Football Germany - 2. Bundesliga Vonovia Ruhrstadion Sun 2 Nov 07:30
FC Magdeburg
  1. Prediction
  2. Odds
  3. Stats
  4. Team News
  5. Lineups
  6. Injuries
  7. Squads
  8. Table

2. Bundesliga Betting Preview: Bochum vs Magdeburg

Bochum host Magdeburg in this German 2. Bundesliga encounter at Vonovia Ruhrstadion, with kick-off set for 07:30 on Sunday 2 November. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

We’re Backing Bochum to Win

Our opinion is that Bochum will prove too strong in all departments and we’ll therefore take the +110 that they beat Magdeburg. This Full-Time Result bet looks like a value proposition.

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4-2 Triumph for Bochum in Last H2H

Bochum played out a 1-1 draw when they were last in 2. Bundesliga action. This was on the road at Holstein Stadion against Holstein Kiel. The North Rhine-Westphalia side recorded just 33% possession and had two shots on target, while Francis Onyeka was the goalscorer.

On Tuesday night, Bochum won 1-0 when visiting Augsburg in the DFB-Pokal.

Magdeburg won their previous 2. Bundesliga game which was at home. It was a 2-0 victory against Preussen Munster at Avnet Arena. FCM were restricted to just 39% possession and had four shots on goal, while Maximilian Breunig and Rayan Ghrieb were on the scoresheet.

The last outing involving Magdeburg saw them triumph 3-0 when visiting FV Illertissen in the DFB-Pokal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

It was Bochum who came out on top when they last played Magdeburg, a 4-2 home win was recorded.

2. Bundesliga G W D L GF GA GD GD P
9 Bochum logo Bochum 16 6 2 8 21 20 1 21:20 20
16 Magdeburg logo Magdeburg 16 4 2 10 18 27 -9 18:27 14
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Bochum – Last 10 League Games

Bochum have 2 wins, 7 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.2 goals from 3.1 shots on goal and 8.6 attempts. Uwe Roesler's team have averaged 46.1% possession and 5.7 corners per game, with their opponents scoring 1.8 goals from 5.5 shots on goal, 10.2 attempts and 5.5 corners.

Top goalscorers Francis Onyeka and Gerrit Holtmann have found the net 3 times, with Ibrahim Sissoko scoring 1. Philipp Hofmann is the leading assists maker with 2.

Magdeburg – Last 10 League Games

Magdeburg have won 2, lost 7 and drawn 1, with an average of 0.9 goals from 9.5 attempts and 4.2 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 52.8% possession, 4.8 corners awarded and 4.9 corners against them, while they’ve conceded 1.9 goals from 9.3 attempts and 5.1 shots on goal.

We’ve seen Rayan Ghrieb, Alexander Ahl Holmstroem and Martijn Kaars score 2 goals each. Laurin Ulrich has been the chief assist maker in the previous 10 games with 2.

Confirmed Lineups

Bochum confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Timo Horn (GK), Leandro Morgalla, Noah Loosli, Philipp Strompf, Maximilian Wittek, Cajetan Lenz, Mats Pannewig, Farid Alfa-Ruprecht, Kjell Waetjen, Gerrit Holtmann, Francis Onyeka.

Magdeburg confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Dominik Reimann (GK), Tobias Mueller, Marcus Mathisen, Daniel Heber, Lubambo Musonda, Laurin Ulrich, Falko Michel, Alexander Nollenberger, Philipp Hercher, Maximilian Breunig, Baris Atik.

Bochum vs Magdeburg Prediction & Betting Tips

We dive into the top Bochum vs Magdeburg betting angles, including our main match prediction, correct score play, corners market tip, standout player prop picks and a bet builder tailored for value.

Match Prediction

We’re keeping things simple with our standout bet considering that Bochum are currently priced at +110. We think they can secure a victory in this 2. Bundesliga match and the hosts looks a value play.

We’re constantly keeping tabs on the 2. Bundesliga team news. Along with the latest form, this helps us get the value every time. Our football experts are able to take a stats-led approach, with the key numbers providing a guide.

Key Bochum vs Magdeburg league stats:

  • Magdeburg have lost 7 of their last 10 games.
  • Magdeburg have lost 3 of their last 5 games.
Bochum to Win Probability

According to the best betting sites, our pick has a 47.6% chance of landing a return. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success between 50-55%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Gerrit Holtmann to Score +190 BetMGM logo

Gerrit Holtmann (Bochum) has registered two goals in his past five league matches on home soil. He looks like a value bet to find the net and you’re able to back this Anytime Goalscorer pick at odds of +190.

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Corners Prediction

Magdeburg Over 4.5 Corners -120 BetMGM logo

In their past three away games, Magdeburg have covered the 4.5 corners line, with Bochum conceding 7.40 corners on average in their previous 5 matches. Our verdict is that there’s value when it comes the Magdeburg Team Corners line being covered, with odds of -120 available.

League Games
League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
Bochum Logo Bochum
Total
11.20 5.70 5.50
Home
10.30 6.20 4.10
Away
11.30 5.30 6.00
Magdeburg Logo Magdeburg
Total
9.70 4.80 4.90
Home
9.00 4.50 4.50
Away
9.60 4.70 4.90
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Bet Builder Tips

Full-Time Result Bochum +110
Total Goals Over 2.5 -213
Team Corners Magdeburg Over 4.5 -120

We’ve lined up a bet builder including these picks: Bochum to claim a victory, more than two goals in total and Magdeburg Over 4.5 corners.

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Bochum vs Magdeburg Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Latest Match Odds Suggest Bochum Victory

The favourites have a 44% likelihood of success according to the bookies, with Bochum chalked up at +125 to land a win in this 2. Bundesliga clash. Magdeburg are an outside chance to get the job done and you can now back them at +175.

There are various ways to back Bochum and one option is the Asian Handicap -0.25. There’s -105 currently available that they beat Magdeburg and there’s half a stake refund if the scoreline ends level.

The odds suggest that Over 2.5 Goals is a strong probability in this exciting contest. Both Teams to Score is one of the top markets and the BTTS Yes option can be wagered at -227.

The best football betting sites ensure that customers are able to choose from a wide range of options. It’s no exaggeration that they provide hundreds of markets when it comes to 2. Bundesliga matches.

Ibrahim Sissoko Favourite to Find the Net First

Ibrahim Sissoko is favourite to be First Goalscorer at +480. If you want to back him to score the last goal, you can get similar odds.

Player Goals
Ibrahim Sissoko (Bochum)
First
+175
Anytime
+480
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Gerrit Holtmann (Bochum)
First
+195
Anytime
+550
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Alexander Ahl Holmström (FCM)
First
+230
Anytime
+600
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Emir Kuhinja (FCM)
First
+240
Anytime
+600
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Bochum Bidding for Upturn in Home Form

Bochum have seven defeats, two victories and one draw in the last 10 home matches, netting an average of 1.00 goals per game and conceding 2.00.

Magdeburg have failed to win in their last four matches on their travels. FCM have recorded five losses, four draws and one win in the previous 10 away games, scoring an average of 0.60 goals per match and conceding 1.20.

Bochum overcame Magdeburg 4-2 when the sides last met at Vonovia Ruhrstadion.

Last 10 League Games W-D-L G GF GA O2.5 U2.5 B-Y B-No
Bochum logo Bochum Home Stats 2-1-7 3.00 1.00 2.00 6 4 6 4
Magdeburg logo Magdeburg Away Stats 1-4-5 1.80 0.60 1.20 3 7 5 5
  • W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
  • G = Avg. Goals
  • GF = Avg. Goals For
  • GA = Avg. Goals Against
  • O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
  • U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
  • B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
  • B-No = Matches BTTS No
Team Stats
Bochum logo Bochum League Stats
Magdeburg logo Magdeburg League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 2 wins, 7 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
  • 2 wins, 7 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 2 wins, 7 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
  • 1 win, 5 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
Goals
Corners
Corners
Possession
Possession
Top Scorers & Assists
Top Scorers & Assists

Bochum vs Magdeburg Lineups & Team News

Check the Bochum vs Magdeburg team news before you place your bets. We’ll have the predicted and confirmed 2. Bundesliga lineups for you plus all the latest on player injuries.

Bochum Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

Magdeburg Confirmed Lineup 3-4-3

Bochum Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

1 Timo Horn
39 Leandro Morgalla 20 Noah Loosli 3 Philipp Strompf 32 Maximilian Wittek
34 Cajetan Lenz 24 Mats Pannewig
29 Farid Alfa-Ruprecht 8 Kjell Waetjen 17 Gerrit Holtmann
21 Francis Onyeka
1 Dominik Reimann
5 Tobias Mueller 16 Marcus Mathisen 15 Daniel Heber
19 Lubambo Musonda 8 Laurin Ulrich 21 Falko Michel 17 A. Nollenberger
27 Philipp Hercher 9 Maximilian Breunig 23 Baris Atik

Magdeburg Confirmed Lineup 3-4-3

Bochum Substitutes

  • 4Erhan Masovic
  • 10Michael Obafemi
  • 11M. Kwarteng
  • 15Felix Passlack
  • 19Matus Bero
  • 22Niclas Thiede
  • 23Koji Miyoshi
  • 26Romario Roesch
  • 33Philipp Hofmann

Magdeburg Substitutes

  • 4Eldin Dzogovic
  • 10Noah Pesch
  • 11A. Ahl Holmstroem
  • 13Connor Krempicki
  • 25Silas Gnaka
  • 28Max Geschwill
  • 29Rayan Ghrieb
  • 30Noah Kruth
  • 38Luka Hyrylaeinen

Previous Bochum Lineups

28 Oct DFB-Pokal
Augsburg 0-1 Bochum
25 Oct 2. Bundesliga
Holstein Kiel 1-1 Bochum
18 Oct 2. Bundesliga
Bochum 3-2 Hertha BSC
04 Oct 2. Bundesliga
Kaiserslautern 3-2 Bochum
27 Sep 2. Bundesliga
Bochum 0-1 F. Dusseldorf
20 Sep 2. Bundesliga
Nurnberg 2-1 Bochum

Previous Magdeburg Lineups

29 Oct DFB-Pokal
FV Illertissen 0-3 Magdeburg
26 Oct 2. Bundesliga
Magdeburg 2-0 Preussen Munster
19 Oct 2. Bundesliga
Darmstadt 0-0 Magdeburg
05 Oct 2. Bundesliga
Magdeburg 0-4 Elversberg
27 Sep 2. Bundesliga
Karlsruher 1-0 Magdeburg
20 Sep 2. Bundesliga
Magdeburg 0-2 Schalke 04

Injuries & Suspensions

Bochum Injury Table
Type Name Info
Ibrahima Sissoko National team c
Gerrit Holtmann Knee
Kevin Vogt Knee
Magdeburg Injury Table
Type Name Info
Rayan Ghrieb Yellow cards
Luka Hyrylaeinen Other
Daniel Heber Muscle
Jean Hugonet Cruciate ligame
Team Squads

Bochum Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Uwe Roesler

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Timo Horn 1 G 10 900 10 0 0 0 1 0
Matus Bero 19 M 10 899 10 0 0 0 4 0
Leandro Morgalla 39 D 10 880 10 0 0 0 4 0
Maximilian Wittek 32 D 9 781 9 0 0 0 2 0
Philipp Hofmann 33 F 9 680 9 1 1 2 3 0

Magdeburg Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Petrik Sander

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Dominik Reimann 1 G 10 900 10 0 0 0 0 0
Marcus Mathisen 16 D 10 861 10 0 0 0 5 0
Baris Atik 23 F 10 860 10 0 0 0 4 0
Jean Hugonet 24 M 10 854 10 0 1 1 0 0
Laurin Ulrich 8 M 10 755 9 1 0 2 0 0
Germany Flag2. Bundesliga Table
2025/2026 Season
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Schalke 04 16 12 1 3 21:8 37
2 Elversberg 16 10 3 3 30:14 33
3 Darmstadt 16 9 5 2 27:15 32
4 Paderborn 16 10 2 4 26:16 32
5 Hannover 96 16 8 5 3 29:20 29
6 Kaiserslautern 16 8 3 5 27:18 27
7 Hertha BSC 16 8 3 5 20:15 27
8 Karlsruher 16 6 3 7 23:31 21
9 Bochum 16 6 2 8 21:20 20
10 Preussen Munster 16 5 4 7 21:25 19
11 Nurnberg 16 5 4 7 17:22 19
12 A. Bielefeld 16 5 3 8 26:23 18
13 Holstein Kiel 16 4 5 7 18:21 17
14 Braunschweig 16 5 2 9 18:28 17
15 Greuther Furth 16 4 3 9 25:42 15
16 Magdeburg 16 4 2 10 18:27 14
17 F. Dusseldorf 16 4 2 10 13:26 14
18 D. Dresden 16 3 4 9 23:32 13
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Darmstadt 9 6 3 0 18:8 21
2 Schalke 04 8 7 0 1 10:4 21
3 Kaiserslautern 8 6 1 1 19:8 19
4 Elversberg 8 5 3 0 15:5 18
5 Paderborn 8 5 0 3 13:11 15
6 Karlsruher 8 5 0 3 14:14 15
7 A. Bielefeld 9 4 1 4 17:10 13
8 Preussen Munster 8 3 4 1 13:10 13
9 Hannover 96 8 4 1 3 12:11 13
10 Hertha BSC 8 4 1 3 6:7 13
11 Bochum 7 4 0 3 10:7 12
12 Nurnberg 8 3 3 2 9:9 12
13 Holstein Kiel 7 2 2 3 7:7 8
14 Braunschweig 8 2 2 4 9:15 8
15 Greuther Furth 8 2 2 4 10:19 8
16 Magdeburg 8 2 1 5 12:16 7
17 D. Dresden 8 1 2 5 12:16 5
18 F. Dusseldorf 8 1 2 5 6:14 5