Predictions & Statistics

From their first 30 matches, FSV Mainz 05 have collected 34 points and now occupy 10 place in the table. Across the campaign, they have posted 8 wins, 10 draws, and 12 losses, while the 35:44 goal ratio supports the view of good form over their recent run. Going forward they rely heavily on N. Amiri (11 goals), Jae-sung Lee (4 goals), Paul Nebel (4 goals), with creative support from Danny da Costa (3 assists), B. Hollerbach (3 assists), N. Amiri (2 assists), and defensively they have been quite vulnerable. At home, their split return of 4 wins, 5 draws, and 6 losses fits a fairly balanced split record. They are operating from a relatively stable mid-table position. Stylistically, they usually display a more cautious and defensive approach. Although they are without M. Dal, B. Hollerbach, Silas, that could reduce some of their usual creative supply in attacking areas.

Bayern München approach this game with the confidence of a side sitting 1 on 79 points after 30 outings. The return of 25 wins, 4 draws, and 1 defeats, together with goals at 105:27, reflects very strong form and are on a winning streak. Much of their attacking edge comes through H. Kane (32 goals), L. Diaz (15 goals), M. Olise (12 goals), with creative support from M. Olise (18 assists), L. Diaz (13 assists), S. Gnabry (6 assists), while their defending has remained fairly stable. Away from home, they have managed 12 wins, 3 draws, and 0 losses, which underlines a very strong split record. They are competing near the top and remain under pressure to hold that position. In stylistic terms they continue to show balanced attacking football. They are not at full strength, with C. Kiala, W. Mike, S. Ulreich unavailable, although the overall attacking core still looks largely intact.