1. FSV Mainz 05 goes into the duel against VfL Bochum with an impressive record. Mainz have won nine of their twelve Bundesliga matches with Bochum and are therefore as successful against any other club in at least five duels. Especially in the MEWA Arena, Mainz is undefeated against Bochum, with five wins and one draw. This statistic should give the hosts additional confidence, especially as they are having their second best Bundesliga season in the club’s history this season with 25 points after 15 games.
One player who has particularly stood out in recent weeks is Paul Nebel. The Mainz offensive player recently scored his second brace in the Bundesliga in the 3-1 win in Frankfurt. Since the beginning of the 12th matchday, no other player has scored as often as Nebel, who is only surpassed by Leverkusen’s Patrik Schick. His form could be crucial in cracking the Bochum defense, which recently failed to concede a goal for the first time in 30 games in the 2-0 win against Heidenheim.
VfL Bochum recently clinched its first win of the season after a long dry spell of 16 Bundesliga games without a win. Historically, however, the Bochum team rarely managed to follow up one victory with another. Nevertheless, the recent success against Heidenheim, in which they kept a clean slate for the first time since March 2023, could be a turning point. In addition, Bochum have not lost in their last six Bundesliga games after the winter break, which could give them additional tailwind.
Mainz will be without Nadiem Amiri, who is suspended due to a sending off. Amiri is a crucial player for Mainz, especially in winning the ball and as a passer. His absence could affect Mainz’s style of play. Both teams are known for their physical style of play, which is reflected in the high number of fouls. Bochum leads the league with an average of 14 fouls per game, closely followed by Mainz with 13. This indiscipline could be crucial in a closely contested game, especially when it comes to sending offs.
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