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VfL Bochum vs FSV Mainz 05 prediction: correct score and AI tips

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Match analysis

DFB-Pokal: the VfL Bochum vs FSV Mainz 05 match is scheduled on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 17:00 (UK time). Venue: Vonovia Ruhrstadion, Bochum. Our model makes FSV Mainz 05 clear favourites: a 81% chance of winning, against 11% for the draw and 8% for VfL Bochum.

Over their last 5 matches, VfL Bochum have 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats, scoring 3 and conceding 4. Over their last 5 matches, FSV Mainz 05 have 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats, scoring 16 and conceding 10. Both sides come in with similar form. On average VfL Bochum score 0.60 and concede 0.80 goals per game; FSV Mainz 05 score 3.20 and concede 2.00.

Our data holds no recent head-to-head between VfL Bochum and FSV Mainz 05: the prediction relies on each team's form and level. FSV Mainz 05: D. Kohr, O. Ruoppi, Silas and R. Zentner. In double chance terms, "VfL Bochum or draw" stands at 19%, "FSV Mainz 05 or draw" at 92% and "no draw" at 89%.

Outcome probabilities (1X2)

8%
VfL Bochum (Win)
11%
Draw
81%
FSV Mainz 05 (Win)

Double chance

19%
VfL Bochum or draw
92%
FSV Mainz 05 or draw
89%
No draw

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VfL Bochum

DateOpponentScore
Aug 23, 2026SpVgg Greuther Fürth · DFB-Pokal2-1W
Aug 14, 2026Eintracht Braunschweig · 2. Bundesliga1-0W
Aug 7, 2026Hertha BSC · 2. Bundesliga0-1L
Aug 1, 2026Sheffield Utd · Club Friendlies0-0D
Jul 25, 2026Werder Bremen · Club Friendlies0-2L

FSV Mainz 05

DateOpponentScore
Oct 10, 2026Bayer Leverkusen · Bundesliga3-4L
Oct 3, 2026Waldhof Mannheim · Club Friendlies3-0W
Sep 19, 2026Borussia Mönchengladbach · Bundesliga4-3W
Sep 12, 2026Eintracht Frankfurt · Bundesliga1-3L
Sep 6, 2026Hamburger SV · Bundesliga5-0W

Head-to-head

Our data holds no recent head-to-head between VfL Bochum and FSV Mainz 05: the prediction relies on each team's form and level.

Out and doubtful

VfL Bochum

No absences reported.

FSV Mainz 05

  • D. Kohr (out)
  • O. Ruoppi (out)
  • Silas (out)
  • R. Zentner (out)

Most regular starters

VfL Bochum

Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).

  • B. Taz4/5
  • E. Cokaj4/5
  • M. Steinwender4/5
  • M. Wittek4/5
  • O. Olsen4/5
  • P. Hofmann4/5
  • T. Horn4/5
  • A. Crimaldi3/5
  • J. Mbom3/5
  • K. Miyoshi3/5
  • K. Mets2/5

FSV Mainz 05

Starts over the last 4 matches (official line-ups).

  • A. Caci4/4
  • F. Gruber4/4
  • K. Potulski4/4
  • K. Sano4/4
  • N. Amiri4/4
  • P. Mwene4/4
  • P. Tietz4/4
  • S. Becker4/4
  • S. Posch4/4
  • A. Schwolow3/4
  • Lee Jae-Sung3/4

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Frequently asked questions

What is the VfL Bochum vs FSV Mainz 05 prediction?

Our AI gives VfL Bochum a 8% chance of winning, the draw 11% and FSV Mainz 05 81%. FSV Mainz 05 are therefore favourites.

When and where is VfL Bochum vs FSV Mainz 05 played?

Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 17:00 (UK time), DFB-Pokal. Venue: Vonovia Ruhrstadion, Bochum.

What form are VfL Bochum and FSV Mainz 05 in?

VfL Bochum: 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (3 scored, 4 conceded). FSV Mainz 05: 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (16 scored, 10 conceded).

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