VfL Bochum 1848 vs FSV Mainz 05 — match summary
Germany · DFB Pokal · kick-off 28 Oct 2026 00:00
Full time · score 2-0
pPS pre-match readiness (0-100): VfL Bochum 1848 33 · FSV Mainz 05 50
mPS in-play performance (0-100): VfL Bochum 1848 40 · FSV Mainz 05 56
Shots on target 3-5 · corners 5-6 · possession 49-51
NextGOAL tip: FSV Mainz 05 -0.75 · 1 stars
This is a DFB Pokal game where Bochum meet Mainz 05, who have faced each other many times and Mainz 05 have won 4 of the last 6 meetings, including the most recent one 4-1 last May. But this time it is a one-off cup game, anything can happen. Bochum's league form is not great, losing 3 of the last 5 and without a win in 3 straight, but their attack still carries some threat, especially late in games when they often score. As for Mainz 05, although they lost their most recent match, overall they have still won 3 of the last 5 and their attack looks clearly more dangerous. This game is likely to see Mainz 05 as the side pushing forward, while Bochum will probably sit back and wait for counter-attacking chances. If Mainz 05 score first, the game could end with them controlling the situation, but if Bochum can hold out for a long time, the game could turn into one that needs to be fought for until the closing stages.