Bayer Leverkusen vs FSV Mainz 05: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 28 February

Betiball's prediction for Bayer Leverkusen vs FSV Mainz 05 on 28 February 2026 (kick-off: 10:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Bayer Leverkusen vs FSV Mainz 05 preview before placing your bet.

Bayer Leverkusen vs FSV Mainz 05: Starting Lineups Time : 28/02/2026 10:30

Bayer Leverkusen
1 - 1
Finished
FSV Mainz 05
88' event Jarell Quansah
82' event Aleix Garcia Serrano / Exequiel Palacios
72' event Christian Michel Kofane / Ignacio Ezequiel Agustin Fernandez Carba
66' event Edmond Tapsoba
59' event Martin Terrier / Ernest Poku
59' event Ibrahim Maza / Jonas Hofmann
46' event Axel Tape-Kobrissa / Arthur Augusto de Matos Soares
44' event Jarell Quansah No penalty confirmed
event 90+1' Lennard Maloney
event 89' Lennard Maloney / Lee Jae Sung
event 81' Danny Vieira da Costa / Silvan Widmer
event 69' Silas Wamangituka Fundu / Sheraldo Becker
event 67' Sheraldo Becker
event 66' Stefan Posch
88' event Jarell Quansah
event 90+1' Lennard Maloney
82' event Aleix Garcia Serrano / Exequiel Palacios
event 89' Lennard Maloney / Lee Jae Sung
72' event Christian Michel Kofane / Ignacio Ezequiel Agustin Fernandez Carba
event 81' Danny Vieira da Costa / Silvan Widmer
66' event Edmond Tapsoba
event 69' Silas Wamangituka Fundu / Sheraldo Becker
59' event Martin Terrier / Ernest Poku
event 67' Sheraldo Becker
59' event Ibrahim Maza / Jonas Hofmann
event 66' Stefan Posch
46' event Axel Tape-Kobrissa / Arthur Augusto de Matos Soares
44' event Jarell Quansah No penalty confirmed
Bayer Leverkusen Bayer Leverkusen
Substitutions
#30 Ibrahim Maza
#35 Christian Michel Kofane
#11 Martin Terrier
#24 Aleix Garcia Serrano
#16 Axel Tape-Kobrissa
#36 Niklas Lomb
#42 Montrell Culbreath
#15 Tim Oermann
#18 Jonas Omlin
Bayer Leverkusen Bayer Leverkusen FSV Mainz 05 FSV Mainz 05
12Shots8
5Shots on Goal4
9Fouls13
6Corner Kick2
13Free kick9
2Offside0
1Yellow card2
32Aerial36
3Save4
10Successful Tackles19
7Interceptions19
23Long pass24
1Assist1
2Successful center4
5Substitution3
3Shots off goal3
22Head Success12
4Blocked1
9Tackle11
8Dribbles1
31Throw-in14
738Passes370
137Attacks103
74Dangerous attacks44
0Corner Kicks(HT)1
2BigChances2
1BigChancesMissed1
9ShotsInsideBox6
3ShotsOutsideBox2
55DuelsWon41
1.22ExpectedGoals0.73
1.88xGOT1.87
24Touches In Opposition Box28
22AccurateCrosses17
33GroundDuelsWon29
22AerialDuelsWon12
25Clearances19
FSV Mainz 05 FSV Mainz 05
Substitutions
#26 Silas Wamangituka Fundu
#21 Danny Vieira da Costa
#15 Lennard Maloney
#14 William Boving Vick
#11 Armindo Sieb
#1 Lasse RieB
#42 Daniel Gleiber
#5 Maxim Leitsch
#36 Fabio Moreno Fell
Commentary
90+1' Lennard Maloney - FSV Mainz 05 receive a yellow card
89' FSV Mainz 05 — substitution: Lennard Maloney / Lee Jae Sung
88' Goal! Jarell Quansah - Bayer Leverkusen
82' Bayer Leverkusen — substitution: Aleix Garcia Serrano / Exequiel Palacios
81' FSV Mainz 05 — substitution: Danny Vieira da Costa / Silvan Widmer
72' Bayer Leverkusen — substitution: Christian Michel Kofane / Ignacio Ezequiel Agustin Fernandez Carba
69' FSV Mainz 05 — substitution: Silas Wamangituka Fundu / Sheraldo Becker
67' Goal! Sheraldo Becker - FSV Mainz 05
66' Edmond Tapsoba - Bayer Leverkusen receive a yellow card
66' Stefan Posch - FSV Mainz 05 receive a yellow card
59' Bayer Leverkusen — substitution: Martin Terrier / Ernest Poku
59' Bayer Leverkusen — substitution: Ibrahim Maza / Jonas Hofmann
46' Bayer Leverkusen — substitution: Axel Tape-Kobrissa / Arthur Augusto de Matos Soares
44' VAR review - Bayer Leverkusen

How We Build the Bayer Leverkusen vs FSV Mainz 05 Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Bayer Leverkusen vs FSV Mainz 05 on 28 February 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Bayer Leverkusen vs FSV Mainz 05 Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Bayer Leverkusen's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against FSV Mainz 05's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Bayer Leverkusen and FSV Mainz 05 sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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