FC Koln vs FSV Mainz 05: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 January

FC Koln

W D L D L

14th place in German Bundesliga

2-1

17/01/2026 07:30

FSV Mainz 05

L D L W L

10th place in German Bundesliga

German Bundesliga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for FC Koln vs FSV Mainz 05 on 17 January 2026 (kick-off: 07:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full FC Koln vs FSV Mainz 05 preview before placing your bet.

FC Koln are currently 14th with 32 points after 34 matches.
FSV Mainz 05 sit 10th with 40 points from 34 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: FC Koln to win with probability 42%.
Head-to-head history favors FC Koln, who have won 2 of the last 6 meetings. FSV Mainz 05 have one win, while 3 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

07:30

2026-01-17

FC Koln vs FSV Mainz 05 - Prediction & Odds

FC Koln

FSV Mainz 05

2026-01-17 07:30

STANDINGS UP TO 17/01/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Bayern Munchen	89	34	28	5	1	122	36	86
02 Borussia Dortmund	73	34	22	7	5	70	34	36
03 RB Leipzig	65	34	20	5	9	66	47	19
04 VfB Stuttgart	62	34	18	8	8	71	49	22
05 TSG Hoffenheim	61	34	18	7	9	65	52	13
06 Bayer Leverkusen	59	34	17	8	9	68	47	21
07 SC Freiburg	47	34	13	8	13	51	57	-6
08 Eintracht Frankfurt	44	34	11	11	12	61	65	-4
09 Augsburg	43	34	12	7	15	45	61	-16
10 FSV Mainz 05	40	34	10	10	14	44	53	-9
11 Union Berlin	39	34	10	9	15	44	58	-14
12 Borussia Monchengladbach	38	34	9	11	14	42	53	-11
13 Hamburger SV	38	34	9	11	14	40	54	-14
14 FC Koln	32	34	7	11	16	49	63	-14
15 Werder Bremen	32	34	8	8	18	37	60	-23
16 VfL Wolfsburg	29	34	7	8	19	45	69	-24
17 Heidenheimer	26	34	6	8	20	41	72	-31
18 St. Pauli	26	34	6	8	20	29	60	-31

Head To Head

24/08/2025 06:30

FSV Mainz 05

0 - 1

FC Koln

GER D1

28/04/2024 08:30

FSV Mainz 05

1 - 1

FC Koln

GER D1

10/12/2023 09:30

FC Koln

0 - 0

FSV Mainz 05

GER D1

15/04/2023 06:30

FC Koln

1 - 1

FSV Mainz 05

GER D1

21/10/2022 11:30

FSV Mainz 05

5 - 0

FC Koln

GER D1

09/04/2022 06:30

FC Koln

3 - 2

FSV Mainz 05

GER D1

FC Koln

33%

Draw

50%

FSV Mainz 05

17%

FC Koln Last 6 matches

14/01/2026 12:30

FC Koln 1 - 3 Bayern Munchen GER D1

10/01/2026 07:30

Heidenheimer 2 - 2 FC Koln GER D1

05/01/2026 07:30

Lugano 1 - 2 FC Koln INT CF

20/12/2025 07:30

FC Koln 0 - 1 Union Berlin GER D1

13/12/2025 10:30

Bayer Leverkusen 2 - 0 FC Koln GER D1

06/12/2025 07:30

FC Koln 1 - 1 St. Pauli GER D1

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches FSV Mainz 05

13/01/2026 12:30

FSV Mainz 05 2 - 1 Heidenheimer GER D1

10/01/2026 07:30

Union Berlin 2 - 2 FSV Mainz 05 GER D1

21/12/2025 07:30

FSV Mainz 05 0 - 0 St. Pauli GER D1

18/12/2025 13:00

FSV Mainz 05 2 - 0 Samsunspor UEFA ECL

14/12/2025 09:30

Bayern Munchen 2 - 2 FSV Mainz 05 GER D1

11/12/2025 13:00

Lech Poznan 1 - 1 FSV Mainz 05 UEFA ECL

Win

33%

Draw

67%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues German Bundesliga

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

FC Koln

FSV Mainz 05

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.65

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.76

Scored

Avg. per game

0.59

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.59

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 17 home matches

YesNo

10 (59%)7 (41%)

In last 17 home matches

NoYes

8 (47%)9 (53%)

FC Koln

Recent matches

FSV Mainz 05

Under /Over

(88%)15 2(12%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)12 5(29%)

Under /Over

(35%)6 11(65%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(24%)4 13(76%)

Under /Over

(76%)13 4(24%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(35%)6 11(65%)

/Yes

(88%)15 2(12%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(59%)10 7(41%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

FC Koln

FSV Mainz 05

Shots

FC Koln

Total shots

15.06 avg / game

Blocked

68 total

Avg. 4.25

FSV Mainz 05

Total shots

13.59 avg / game

Blocked

68 total

Avg. 4.00

FC Koln Pass FSV Mainz 05

Total passes

7107

Avg. 418 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

6354

Avg. 374 / game

Accurate

76%

Ball possession

46%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

FC Koln

Played games

FSV Mainz 05

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.06

Clean sheets

0.12

4.82

Corners

105

6.18

19.65

334

Throw-ins

376

22.12

2.47

Offsides

2.41

2.47

GK saves

2.82

FC Koln

DISCIPLINARY

FSV Mainz 05

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.82

1.71

0.18

0.18

8.59

146

Fouls

202

11.88

8.12

138

Tackles

142

8.35

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How We Build the FC Koln vs FSV Mainz 05 Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for FC Koln vs FSV Mainz 05 on 17 January 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 German Bundesliga 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.

FC Koln vs FSV Mainz 05 Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess FC Koln'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.

German Bundesliga 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 German Bundesliga standings and the German Bundesliga form table to understand exactly where FC Koln and FSV Mainz 05 sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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