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Bochum vs Mainz: who's the favourite?
In last eight head-to-head matches Bochum couldn't record a single victory over Mainz, but will they put an end to this series on August 21? What to expect from this match? You'll find the answer in our prediction.
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Bochum
GermanyBochum were incredible in the previous season of 2. Bundesliga, but, just like it was expected, Thomas Reis' team experienced some problems at the start of the season in top-tier. Team was almost eliminated from the domestic cup - because of their casual approach they barely secured a 1:1 draw against Wuppertal in the regular time and then scored another goal in the extra-time.
Not too long after the start of league match against Wolfsburg Bochum's experienced player Robert Tesche was given red card, plus opponent got the penalty. Wolves failed to score the penalty kick, but they still opened the scoresheet before the half-time. Bochum managed to avoid a heavy beating, though, game ended with a 0:1 score, which is not too bad of a result for the newcomer.
Mainz 05
GermanyMainz, just like their opponent, experienced some problems in the German Cup. A modest Elversberg team put up a good fight against the Carnival club and was close to a victory, but a star striker Jonathan Burkardt helped his team to avoid a sensation. In the extra-time Bo Svensson's side secured a 3:2 victory and advanced into the next round.
In the first round of the league Mainz made a huge sensation. In the home match against Leipzig Carnival club scored a goal in the first half and managed to keep that score until the final whistle.
Trends
СтавкаExact score 1:2
Mainz secured two out of six most recent victories with that score
СтавкаMainz to score in the second half
This bet was successful in two most recent head-to-head matches
СтавкаBochum to score in the first half
In two out of three most recent head-to-head matches at home Bochum scored in the first half
Tip and bets
Mainz got advantage out of Leipzig's mistakes and secured a victory in the first round - Carnival club will probably try to extend their success. Bochum are still trying to settle in the top-tier division and they will probably try to put up a fight, but they are unlikely to stop Mainz.
In our opinion, visitors have more chances for a victory. Our prediction - Asian handicap (0) on Mainz
Under Svensson's management Mainz are playing offensively and they are unlikely to switch the strategy for the match against Bochum. Hosts are unlikely to keep a clean sheet, but at home Bochum will probably play offensively as well, so we should expect a high-scoring game.
Our second bet is on total over 2.5 goals
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