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Mainz vs Heidenheim: Bundesliga Match Preview
Mainz secured an away victory against Augsburg in their last match and on September 28, they will aim to extend their success at home against Heidenheim. The visitors, who had a strong start to the season, have faced two consecutive losses. Will they face another defeat today? Check out our predictions and consider placing some reliable bets.
Command Analysis
Mainz 05
GermanyCurrent Form
Mainz has had a mixed start to the season, showing inconsistency in their performances. However, in their first four matches, Bo Henriksen's squad has only faced one defeat at home against Werder Bremen (1-2). In their most recent match, they secured a thrilling away victory against Augsburg, winning 3-2 in a goal fest. As they head into their fifth match, Mainz currently sits in 10th place in the standings. Notably, the team has scored in every game played so far.
Disqualifications and Injuries
Amiri is unavailable for today’s match due to a suspension, and it remains uncertain whether Lee will take the field.
Interesting Betting Trends
- In nine of the last ten matches involving Mainz in the Bundesliga, both teams scored
- Mainz has not lost at home in nine of their last ten matches in the national league
Projected Lineup: Zentner – Laytsh, Jentz, Hanche-Olsen – Kasy, Kor, Sano, Mwene – Hon, Zib – Burkhardt.
FC Heidenheim
GermanyCurrent Form
Heidenheim had a strong start, performing well in the league, cup competitions, and the Conference League qualifiers. However, their impressive five-match winning streak came to an end. Initially, Frank Schmidt's team suffered a 4-2 defeat to Borussia Dortmund and then faced a 3-0 loss against Freiburg at home. With six points accumulated, Heidenheim enters the fifth round sitting in ninth place on the table.
Suspensions and Injuries
Niyus is currently injured. The availability of Tomalla and Keller for the match is uncertain.
Interesting Betting Trends
- Heidenheim has not lost in 10 of their last 13 Bundesliga matches
- In the four previous matches involving the team, at least three goals were scored
Projected Lineup: Müller – Traoré, Maïnc, Gimber, Ferenbach – Sheppner, Meloni – Beck, Wanner, Skienca – Piringer.
Trends
Bet «Mainz» to score in the first half
In three of their last four matches, «Mainz» scored in the opening 45 minutes
1.75Bet 1st half: total under 1.5 goals
This bet was successful in two head-to-head matchups
1.51Bet Exact score 2:2
In two of their last five matches, «Mainz» finished in a draw
11.00Tip and bets
After two consecutive losses, bookmakers today doubt the success of Heidenheim. However, we believe the guests will find it easier to compete against this opponent. Mainz tends to concede too many chances, while Heidenheim is efficient in front of goal, making good use of open spaces and capitalizing on opponents' mistakes. Considering the odds offered, we recommend a bet on the underdog.
Our prediction is a Heidenheim victory with an Asian handicap (+1) at odds of 1.57
Total Goals Bet
Both teams exhibit attacking football, with no issues in finishing. Mainz has scored in every league match since the season began. The only team to keep them at bay was Freiburg.
The second bet is for both teams to score with odds of 1.69.
First Half Bet
In three of the last five matches involving Mainz, the first half ended in a draw. A similar outcome is possible once again today.
Prediction - draw in the first half with odds of 2.37.
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