Mayra Madrigal
Two Bundesliga games have been played since the beginning of the year 2023, and not all teams have shown improvements in their performance, as there are some that continue to drag the black cloud that accompanied them during the past year. This weekend’s Matchday 18 fixtures include Mainz vs Bochum.
Mainz is in obvious trouble as they have not been able to win and only four points separate them from the red zone. As for Bochum, a win could help them climb out of the relegation positions.
Without further ado, JefeBet brings you the freshest and most up-to-date team information ahead of Mainz vs Bochum. Keep reading to find out more.
Predictions, Picks, and Betting Odds for Mainz vs Bochum Bundesliga Matchday 18 Game on January 28, 2023
- Where: Mewa Arena, Mainz, Germany
- When: Saturday, January 28, 2023, 9:30 PM ET
- BetMGM Moneyline: Mainz (-150) / Tie (+300) / Bochum (+380)
- DraftKings Asian Handicap: Mainz (AH -1.25, +145) / Bochum (AH +1.25, -210)
- Over/Under (2.5): Over (-140), Under (+100)
- Both teams score: Yes (-135)/ No (-110)
Odds provided by BetMGM and DraftKings.
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Mainz Preview
Mainz is in the midst of a negative streak that includes six games without registering a win, two draws, and four defeats. In their last match, they lost by a score of 1-2 to Borussia Dortmund, and despite scoring the opening goal at the start of the match, they failed to take the chance.
They currently have five wins, five draws, and seven losses in 17 games, placing them in 12th place in the table with 20 points. They have conceded goals in each of the last six games regardless of the final score, so improving defensively will be key for them.
Probable lineup (3-4-2-1): Finn Gilbert Dahmen; Anthony Caci, Alexander Hack, Edimilson Fernandes; Aarón Martín, Leandro Barreiro, Dominik Kohr, Silvan Widmer; Karem Onisiwo, Aymen Barkok; Marcus Ingvartsen.
Bochum Preview
Bochum remains mired in relegation trouble, as it is ranked 16th in the overall standings after only 16 points from 17 games. It has five wins, one draw, and eleven losses, which so far is the second-highest number of games lost in the campaign.
They lost the previous match by a score of 2-0 to Bayer Leverkusen, ending their streak of three consecutive victories. If they could win this game, they could get out of the red zone, but it is the only result that could help them start thinking about salvation.
Probable lineup (4-3-3): Manuel Riemann; Saidy Janko, Ivan Ordets, Keven Schlotterbeck, Danilo Soares; Philipp Forster, Anthony Losilla, Kevin Stoger; Simon Zoller, Philipp Hofmann, Christopher Antwi-Adjei.
JefeBet Prediction
Mainz has not lost any of its Bundesliga home games against Bochum, recording three wins and two draws. It is true that they are not at their best, but they will be able to use their home advantage against a weaker opponent, even though they have only won one of their matches at their stadium this season.
Prediction: Mainz win by a score of 2-1.
