Bundesliga 2025-2026: Hamburg vs Mainz Prediction

Hamburg

Home Team
29%
VS

Mainz

Away Team
50%
Draw: 21%
Over 2.5: 57%
Under 2.5: 43%
Goal: 56%
No Goal: 44%

Current Standings

Pos Team Pl W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Bayern Munich 5 5 0 0 22 3 19 15
2 Dortmund 5 4 1 0 11 3 8 13
3 RB Leipzig 5 4 0 1 7 7 0 12
4 Ein Frankfurt 5 3 0 2 17 13 4 9
5 Stuttgart 5 3 0 2 7 6 1 9
6 Leverkusen 5 2 2 1 10 8 2 8
7 FC Koln 5 2 1 2 10 9 1 7
8 Freiburg 5 2 1 2 9 9 0 7
9 St Pauli 5 2 1 2 8 8 0 7
10 Hoffenheim 5 2 1 2 9 11 -2 7
11 Union Berlin 5 2 1 2 8 11 -3 7
12 Wolfsburg 5 1 2 2 7 7 0 5
13 Hamburg 5 1 2 2 2 8 -6 5
14 Mainz 5 1 1 3 5 6 -1 4
15 Werder Bremen 5 1 1 3 8 14 -6 4
16 Augsburg 5 1 0 4 8 12 -4 3
17 Heidenheim 5 1 0 4 4 10 -6 3
18 M'gladbach 5 0 2 3 5 12 -7 2

Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)

Hamburg

Average Expected Goals (xG): 2.03
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 2.25
# Clean Sheets: 2

Mainz

Average Expected Goals (xG): 2.19
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 0.74
# Clean Sheets: 0

Key Prediction Insights

The upcoming clash between Hamburg and Mainz is poised to lean in favor of the visiting team, with a 50% probability of Mainz clinching the victory. Meanwhile, Hamburg's chances stand at a modest 29%, with a draw at 21%. The match is expected to feature plenty of goal-scoring opportunities, with a 57% probability of over 2.5 goals. In the league standings, Hamburg sits at 13th place, while Mainz struggles closely behind in 14th place, both teams eager to climb the ranks.

Match Analysis

Recent performances highlight a mixed bag for both teams. Hamburg comes into this match following a goalless draw against Union Berlin, a victory over Heidenheim, and a heavy defeat to Bayern Munich. This inconsistency is mirrored in their advanced metrics, where they average 1.0 goal scored per game and 1.5 goals conceded. Despite this, Hamburg's defense has managed to secure two clean sheets in their last five matches, showing resilience against less formidable opponents. Mainz, on the other hand, has showcased a more dynamic attack, scoring on average 2.5 goals per game in their last five outings. Their recent results include a win against Augsburg and defeats to Dortmund and RB Leipzig. Notably, Mainz's advanced metrics reveal a strong attacking potential with an expected goals tally of 2.19 per game. However, their defense has been less reliable, failing to keep a clean sheet in recent matches.

Final Prediction

Mainz holds the edge in this matchup thanks to their superior attacking prowess, as evidenced by their higher average goals scored and expected goals. A key factor to watch will be whether Hamburg's defense can withstand the offensive pressure from Mainz. Football fans should keep an eye on Mainz's attacking lineup, which could prove decisive in determining the outcome of the game.