Mainz vs Bochum Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 11 Jan 2025

Strong Case for Backing Over 2.5 Goals

This contest between Mainz and Bochum should result in Over 2.5 on the Total Goals market. We think that there’s big value betting on this pick at -138, with the prospect of multiple goals being scored.

Mainz Came Out on Top in Last H2H Clash

Mainz 05 have enjoyed three home wins on the bounce. In their last game, they won away at Deutsche Bank Park when beating Eintracht Frankfurt 3-1. Bo Henriksen's men ended up with just 29% possession and had three shots on target, while Paul Nebel netted twice along with a goal for Kaua (own goal).

Bochum claimed a home win in their previous game. A 2-0 victory occurred against Heidenheim at Vonovia Ruhrstadion. The North Rhine-Westphalia side had four shots on goal and 51% possession, with Moritz Broschinski and Matus Bero on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Mainz are unbeaten when it comes to the past four meetings against Bochum. Their last encounter was at MEWA Arena, with Mainz claiming a 2-0 home win. The previous 8 H2H meetings have ended in four Mainz victories, two draws and two Bochum wins.

6 wins, 2 losses and 2 draws, averaging 2.0 goals from 5.2 shots on goal and 13.5 attempts. Mainz have had 48.0% possession, 436.5 passes and 4.5 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 1.0 goals from 3.9 shots on goal and 12.5 attempts, while being awarded 4.4 corners.

Top goalscorer is Jonathan Burkardt on 7 goals, while Paul Nebel has bagged 5 and Jae-Sung Lee 4. Anthony Caci is the leading assists maker with 3, while goalie Robin Zentner has 4 clean sheets.

Bochum have 1 victory, 7 defeats and 2 draws, with an average of 11.6 attempts, 3.3 shots on goal and 0.8 goals. The Undescendables average 42.6% possession, 356.0 passes, 4.4 corners in their favour and 5.2 corners against, while 2.4 goals have been conceded from 5.2 shots on goal and 14.6 attempts.

Matus Bero is the leading scorer along with five others, with 1 goals on the board each. Felix Passlack has had 2 assists in the previous 10 games, while Patrick Drewes has 1 clean sheets to his name.

Confirmed Lineups

Mainz confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Robin Zentner (GK), Danny da Costa, Stefan Bell, Moritz Jenz, Anthony Caci, Dominik Kohr, Kaishu Sano, Philipp Mwene, Paul Nebel, Jonathan Burkardt, Jae-Sung Lee.

Bochum confirmed lineup (3-5-2): Patrick Drewes (GK), Tim Oermann, Ivan Ordets, Bernardo, Felix Passlack, Ibrahima Sissoko, Anthony Losilla, Matus Bero, Maximilian Wittek, Philipp Hofmann, Moritz Broschinski.

Mainz vs Bochum Prediction & Betting Tips

The odds of -138 look too big to resist when it comes to wagering Over 2.5 Goals. We are confident of a return in this Bundesliga game and this provides us with a nice betting angle.

Injuries and suspensions are taken into account by the experts at Sportsgambler.com. Our football tips are also shaped by the latest form, with the stats playing a big part before predictions are made.

Key Mainz vs Bochum league stats:

• The 2.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Mainz games.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 Mainz games.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 3 Mainz games.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 Bochum games on the road.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 12 of the last 20 Bochum games on the road.

Over 2.5 Probability

According to the betting sites, our pick has a 57.9% chance of landing a return. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 60-65%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.

There are a selection of different options if you’re looking for bigger odds when it comes to Over 2.5 Goals. If you also have an idea of the winning team, consider the Result & Total Goals market.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Mainz 4 - 1 Bochum

We’re betting on Mainz to secure a 4-1 winning scoreline. Odds of +2500 can be taken and it’s great fun to predict a correct score and hopefully land a winner.

Corners Prediction

Under 10.5 Corners -138

We’ve seen an average 7.60 corners in the past 5 Mainz home games. We’re anticipating the sides to fall short of the line, with this Total Corners bet on offer at -138.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Mainz

Total

8.90 4.50 4.40

Home

10.00 6.10 3.90

Away

9.80 3.20 6.60

Bochum

Total

9.60 4.40 5.20

Home

9.60 5.20 4.40

Away

10.40 3.60 6.80

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 10.5

-100

Under 10.5

-138

Mainz Corners

Over 6.5

-110

Under 6.5

-125

Bochum Corners

Over 3.5

-120

Under 3.5

-120

Most Corners

1

-313

X

+700

2

+265

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Mainz vs Bochum Odds

Mainz 05 are the shortest price to win this Bundesliga game according to the bookies, with the gambling operators giving them a 60% probability due to their -150 betting odds. Bochum are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +400.

For those expecting a high-scoring game, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price.

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Full-Time Result

1

-150

X

+290

2

+400

Half-Time Result

1

+125

X

+125

2

+400

Double Chance

1X

-599

12

-400

X2

+115

Draw No Bet

1

-350

2

+250

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.75

-111

2 Hcp +0.75

+103

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-100

Over 2.5

-125

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-125

No

-105

Mainz vs Bochum Lineups & Team News

Our Mainz vs Bochum team news will highlight the injuries for both squads, with the lineups giving you a helping hand with your bets.

If you’re looking for the latest player information, check out the Bundesliga squads.

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