Mainz vs Wolfsburg prediction and betting tips on January 13, 2024
On January 13th, Mainz and Wolfsburg will face each other in the Bundesliga. Our analysts have prepared a match forecast.
Mainz
As the first round approaches its conclusion, Mainz finds itself in a battle for survival, currently sitting in the 16th position in the league table, with two opponents trailing only on additional indicators. In the last round, the team managed to hold Dortmund to a 1-1 draw away. The gap from the 15th-placed team, which ensures safety, is just three points. Mainz has struggled to score, accumulating only 13 points in 16 matches. Due to injuries, two players will be forced to miss the upcoming battle.
Wolfsburg
Wolfsburg has not impressed with stability this season and currently occupies the tenth position, trailing by 5 points from the European competition qualification zone. In the last round, the team suffered a 1-2 defeat at home against Bayern Munich. This defeat marked the third in four matches, making the break timely for the "Wolves." Wolfsburg is a team with ambitions, aiming to reach the top six. The club has seven personnel losses ahead of this encounter.
Interesting Match Facts and Head-to-Head History:
- In the last five head-to-head meetings, at least three goals were scored.
- Mainz has lost the last three encounters against Wolfsburg with a total score of 0-11.
- Mainz has suffered 5 out of 7 home defeats in this Bundesliga season.
Match prediction for Mainz – Wolfsburg
On paper, Mainz is a slight favorite, although we anticipate an unpredictable battle where any outcome is possible. The additional challenge lies in the uncertainty of the form of the teams after the break. We venture to suggest that both teams can display attacking football, and therefore, we bet on a total of more than 2.5 goals.