Round 1 - Bundesliga
1. FSV Mainz 05 VS SC Paderborn 07
MEWA ARENA
29 August, 2026
Overview:
FSV Mainz 05 host SC Paderborn 07 in a Bundesliga matchup with Mainz holding the stronger home profile and Paderborn expected to remain competitive on transitions.
Recent H2H results: Mainz favored in recent meeting
Prediction:
Based on current form and stats, we expect a close contest with a final score of 2-1 in favor of FSV Mainz 05.
Mainz are likely to control more possession and attack through wider areas, while Paderborn may focus on compact defending and fast breaks. The match may be decided by Mainz’s ability to convert territorial advantage into chances and avoid turnovers in central zones.
Mainz’s home advantage and slightly higher expected control tilt the matchup toward a narrow home win, while Paderborn’s transition threat keeps a draw within reach.
Last Update: 26-07-2026
Stats:
| 1. FSV Mainz 05 | SC Paderborn 07 |
|---|---|
| Expected Possession | |
| 53.5 | 46.5 |
| Average Goals Per Match | |
| 1.7 | 1.2 |
| Win Probability | |
| 48 | 24 |
| Position | Team | Won | Drawn | Lost | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bayern | 28 | 5 | 1 | 89 |
| 2 | Dortmund | 22 | 7 | 5 | 73 |
| 3 | RB Leipzig | 20 | 5 | 9 | 65 |
| 4 | Stuttgart | 18 | 8 | 8 | 62 |
| 5 | Hoffenheim | 18 | 7 | 9 | 61 |
| 6 | Leverkusen | 17 | 8 | 9 | 59 |
| 7 | Freiburg | 13 | 8 | 13 | 47 |
| 8 | Frankfurt | 11 | 11 | 12 | 44 |
| 9 | Augsburg | 12 | 7 | 15 | 43 |
| 10 | Mainz | 10 | 10 | 14 | 40 |
| 11 | Union Berlin | 10 | 9 | 15 | 39 |
| 12 | M'gladbach | 9 | 11 | 14 | 38 |
| 13 | HSV | 9 | 11 | 14 | 38 |
| 14 | 1. FC Köln | 7 | 11 | 16 | 32 |
| 15 | Bremen | 8 | 8 | 18 | 32 |
| 16 | Wolfsburg | 7 | 8 | 19 | 29 |
| 17 | Heidenheim | 6 | 8 | 20 | 26 |
| 18 | St. Pauli | 6 | 8 | 20 | 26 |
| Name | Club | Country | Matches | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H. Kane | FCB | ENG | 32 | 36 | 4 |
| D. Undav | VFB | GER | 29 | 19 | 6 |
| S. Guirassy | BVB | GUI | 34 | 17 | N/A |
| P. Schick | B04 | CZE | 28 | 16 | 2 |