Schalke vs Paderborn Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 28 Nov 2025
2. Bundesliga Betting Preview: Schalke vs Paderborn
Schalke meet Paderborn at VELTINS-Arena, with kick-off set for 12:30 on Friday 28 November.
The numbers imply that we’ll see a low-scoring contest and a goal tally of two or less could be the sensible bet when Schalke play Paderborn. Secure a price of -137 for Under 2.5 Goals.
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Schalke 04 played Preussen Munster away in their last game. It was a 0-0 draw at LVM-Preussenstadion. The Gelsenkirchen side ended up with just 28% possession and had seven shots on target.
Paderborn have won four consecutive away games. Most recently, they lost 2-0 at home to Hannover 96 at Home Deluxe Arena. The Black and Blues had the lion’s share of the ball enjoying 55% possession and four shots on goal.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The last encounter between Paderborn and Schalke saw the former win away from home. It was a 2-0 scoreline at VELTINS-Arena. Schalke have landed four victories, Paderborn have two wins and there’s been two draws in the past 8 H2H meetings.
| 2. Bundesliga | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Schalke 04 |
17 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 22 | 10 | 12 | 22:10 | 37 |
| 4 |  Paderborn |
17 | 10 | 3 | 4 | 28 | 18 | 10 | 28:18 | 33 |
7 wins, 2 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.2 goals from 4.5 shots on goal and 8.8 attempts. Schalke have had 40.3% possession and 5.5 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 0.4 goals from 2.4 shots on goal and 4.6 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 4.2 corners.
Top scorer Kenan Karaman has found the net 4 times, with Moussa Sylla and Hasan Kurucay getting 3 and 2 respectively. Soufian El-Faouzi and Kenan Karaman have been top assistors with 2.
Paderborn have won 8, lost 1 and drawn 1, averaging 5.9 shots on goal, 11.9 attempts and 1.6 goals. Ralf Kettemann's team average 54.8% possession, 5.7 corners awarded and 5.4 corners against, while 0.8 goals have been conceded from 9.3 attempts and 4.1 shots on goal.
Filip Bilbija has scored 7, followed by Laurin Curda, Mika Baur and Steffen Tigges with 2 goals apiece. Filip Bilbija, Sebastian Klaas and Mika Baur have clocked up 2 assists each in the previous 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Schalke confirmed lineup (3-4-2-1): Loris Karius (GK), Mertcan Ayhan, Nikola Katic, Hasan Kurucay, Christopher Antwi-Adjej, Soufiane El-Faouzi, Ron Schallenberg, Vitalie Becker, Mika Wallentowitz, Kenan Karaman, Moussa Sylla.
Paderborn confirmed lineup (3-4-2-1): Dennis Seimen (GK), Tjark Scheller, Felix Götze, Calvin Brackelmann, Laurin Curda, Mattes Hansen, Santiago Castañeda, Raphael Obermair, Filip Bilbija, Mika Baur, Steffen Tigges.
Schalke vs Paderborn Prediction & Betting Tips
Unlock a complete betting breakdown for Schalke vs Paderborn, featuring our expert match prediction, expected final score, corners insight, standout player prop picks and a ready-to-play bet builder.
Match Prediction
There are reasons to side with Under 2.5 Goals for this 2. Bundesliga match. The two sides could fall short of the line and we really like the odds of -137 that are available for this pick.
The football betting tips stem from knowing the team news and the latest form for each side. We work hard to unearth the most pertinent 2. Bundesliga stats which can also act as a guide.
Key Schalke vs Paderborn league stats:
The top betting apps make it a 57.8% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our research has found that the actual probability is between 60-65%. This is why we can recommend this wager.
There’s the chance to back Under 2.5 Goals and BTTS No if you want to get more bang for your buck, with bettors able to take this selection through the Total Goals & Both Teams to Score market.
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Correct Score Prediction
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Schalke are available to back at +575 to secure a 1-0 victory. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.
Player Prop Picks
Moussa Sylla (Schalke) has netted three goals in his past five 2. Bundesliga matches. We’ll throw a dart at +180 for this Anytime Goalscorer wager as the betting odds look pretty attractive.
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Corners Prediction
The average corner count for the past five Paderborn matches has been 12.00, with the equivalent number for the previous five Schalke home games being 11.80. In our opinion, there is value when it comes to covering the Total Corners line, with odds of -139 available.
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Schalke vs Paderborn 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.
If you’re looking to wager Schalke 04 to secure victory in the 2. Bundesliga, then the bookmakers have chalked them up at +170. Paderborn are on offer at betting odds of +165 and the draw is +200.
Paderborn are +118 at -0.25 on the Asian Handicap and this gives you a half stake refund in the event of a draw. However, you get a full payout on your wager if they manage to beat Schalke.
A low-scoring contest will be anticipated by many and Under 2.5 Goals currently has the shortest odds. BTTS betting is always a warm order and you can bet Yes at -141 on the Both Teams to Score market.
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Filip Bilbija can be backed to find the net anytime at +145. There is the chance to back the market leader to score the first goal at +310.
Schalke have managed three consecutive victories at VELTINS-Arena. The Gelsenkirchen side have collected six victories, three losses and one draw in the last 10 home games, recording an average of 1.20 goals per match and conceding 1.00.
Paderborn have won four on the bounce away from home. The Black and Blues have managed six victories, two draws and two losses in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 1.50 goals per game and conceding 1.10.
Paderborn won 2-0 when they last played Schalke at VELTINS-Arena. In the previous 4 H2H meetings at VELTINS-Arena, we have seen two draws, one Schalke victory and one Paderborn triumph.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schalke Home Stats |
6-1-3 | 2.20 | 1.20 | 1.00 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Paderborn Away Stats |
6-2-2 | 2.60 | 1.50 | 1.10 | 5 | 5 | 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
- 2. Bundesliga: 02/05 2025 Schalke 0 Paderborn 2
- 2. Bundesliga: 06/12 2024 Paderborn 2 Schalke 4
- 2. Bundesliga: 09/03 2024 Schalke 3 Paderborn 3
- 2. Bundesliga: 29/09 2023 Paderborn 3 Schalke 1
- 2. Bundesliga: 18/02 2022 Schalke 2 Paderborn 0
- 2. Bundesliga: 12/09 2021 Paderborn 0 Schalke 1
- Bundesliga: 08/02 2020 Schalke 1 Paderborn 1
- Bundesliga: 15/09 2019 Paderborn 1 Schalke 5
Schalke League Stats
Paderborn League Stats
- 7 wins, 2 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 6 wins, 3 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
- 8 wins, 1 defeat and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 0.40 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 2 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.60 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 5.50 corners awarded and 4.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.90 corners awarded and 4.90 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 9.70 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.80 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 5.70 corners awarded and 5.40 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.00 corners awarded and 4.70 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 11.10 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.70 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 40.30% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 44.50% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 1 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 54.80% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 49.90% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Schalke this season are Kenan Karaman (4), Moussa Sylla (4), Hasan Kurucay (3)
- Top Assistors for Schalke this season are Soufian El-Faouzi (3), Kenan Karaman (2), Christopher Antwi-Adjej (1)
Schalke vs Paderborn Lineups & Team News
The Schalke vs Paderborn team news could change everything — review it before betting. Stay informed with our predicted and confirmed 2. Bundesliga lineups and the latest injury reports.
Schalke 04 Confirmed Lineup 3-4-2-1
Paderborn Confirmed Lineup 3-4-2-1
Schalke 04 Confirmed Lineup 3-4-2-1
Paderborn Confirmed Lineup 3-4-2-1
Previous Schalke Lineups
Previous Paderborn Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Schalke Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Miron Muslic
Paderborn Player Stats & Squad
2. Bundesliga Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Schalke 04 | 17 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 22:10 | 37 |
| 2 | Elversberg | 17 | 10 | 4 | 3 | 31:15 | 34 |
| 3 | Darmstadt | 17 | 9 | 6 | 2 | 29:17 | 33 |
| 4 | Paderborn | 17 | 10 | 3 | 4 | 28:18 | 33 |
| 5 | Hannover 96 | 17 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 30:22 | 29 |
| 6 | Hertha BSC | 17 | 8 | 4 | 5 | 21:16 | 28 |
| 7 | Kaiserslautern | 17 | 8 | 3 | 6 | 29:21 | 27 |
| 8 | Nurnberg | 17 | 6 | 4 | 7 | 19:23 | 22 |
| 9 | Karlsruher | 17 | 6 | 4 | 7 | 25:33 | 22 |
| 10 | Bochum | 17 | 6 | 3 | 8 | 23:22 | 21 |
| 11 | Holstein Kiel | 17 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 20:22 | 20 |
| 12 | Preussen Munster | 17 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 22:26 | 20 |
| 13 | Braunschweig | 17 | 6 | 2 | 9 | 20:29 | 20 |
| 14 | A. Bielefeld | 17 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 27:24 | 19 |
| 15 | Magdeburg | 17 | 5 | 2 | 10 | 21:29 | 17 |
| 16 | F. Dusseldorf | 17 | 5 | 2 | 10 | 15:27 | 17 |
| 17 | Greuther Furth | 17 | 4 | 3 | 10 | 26:44 | 15 |
| 18 | D. Dresden | 17 | 3 | 4 | 10 | 24:34 | 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 | 9 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 21:11 | 19 |
| 4 | Elversberg | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 15:5 | 18 |
| 5 | Paderborn | 9 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 15:13 | 16 |
| 6 | Nurnberg | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 11:10 | 15 |
| 7 | Karlsruher | 8 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 14:14 | 15 |
| 8 | Preussen Munster | 9 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 14:11 | 14 |
| 9 | Hertha BSC | 9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 7:8 | 14 |
| 10 | A. Bielefeld | 9 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 17:10 | 13 |
| 11 | Bochum | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 12:9 | 13 |
| 12 | Hannover 96 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 12:11 | 13 |
| 13 | Holstein Kiel | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 9:8 | 11 |
| 14 | Braunschweig | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 11:16 | 11 |
| 15 | F. Dusseldorf | 9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 8:15 | 8 |
| 16 | Greuther Furth | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 10:19 | 8 |
| 17 | Magdeburg | 8 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 12:16 | 7 |
| 18 | D. Dresden | 8 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 12:16 | 5 |
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