Karlsruher SC vs VfL Bochum: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 May

Karlsruher SC

W L L W D

10th place in German Bundesliga 2

1-2

17/05/2026 09:30

VfL Bochum

W L W D D

9th place in German Bundesliga 2

German Bundesliga 2

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Karlsruher SC vs VfL Bochum on 17 May 2026 (kick-off: 09:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Karlsruher SC vs VfL Bochum preview before placing your bet.

Karlsruher SC will face VfL Bochum in German Bundesliga 2 on May 17, 2026 at 09:30.
Karlsruher SC are currently 10th with 44 points after 34 matches.
VfL Bochum sit 9th with 44 points from 34 matches.
Current model prediction leans yellow with a projected score of 2 - 2 and average coefficient 2.23.

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

09:30

2026-05-17

Karlsruher SC vs VfL Bochum - Prediction & Odds

Karlsruher SC

VfL Bochum

2026-05-17 09:30

STANDINGS UP TO 17/05/2026

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

01 Schalke 04	70	34	21	7	6	50	31	19
02 SV Elversberg	62	34	18	8	8	64	39	25
03 SC Paderborn 07	62	34	18	8	8	59	45	14
04 Hannover 96	60	34	16	12	6	60	44	16
05 Darmstadt	52	34	13	13	8	57	45	12
06 Kaiserslautern	52	34	16	4	14	52	47	5
07 Hertha Berlin	51	34	14	9	11	47	44	3
08 Nurnberg	46	34	12	10	12	47	45	2
09 VfL Bochum	44	34	11	11	12	49	47	2
10 Karlsruher SC	44	34	12	8	14	53	64	-11
11 Dynamo Dresden	41	34	11	8	15	54	53	1
12 Holstein Kiel	41	34	11	8	15	44	48	-4
13 Arminia Bielefeld	39	34	10	9	15	53	51	2
14 Magdeburg	39	34	12	3	19	52	58	-6
15 Eintracht Braunschweig	37	34	10	7	17	36	54	-18
16 Greuther Furth	37	34	10	7	17	49	68	-19
17 Fortuna Dusseldorf	37	34	11	4	19	33	53	-20
18 Preuben Munster	30	34	6	12	16	38	61	-23

Head To Head

20/12/2025 08:00

VfL Bochum

2 - 2

Karlsruher SC

GER D2

10/12/2022 08:15

VfL Bochum

1 - 2

Karlsruher SC

INT CF

31/01/2021 08:30

VfL Bochum

1 - 2

Karlsruher SC

GER D2

27/09/2020 07:30

Karlsruher SC

0 - 1

VfL Bochum

GER D2

24/05/2020 07:30

Karlsruher SC

0 - 0

VfL Bochum

GER D2

20/10/2019 07:30

VfL Bochum

3 - 3

Karlsruher SC

GER D2

VfL Bochum

Draw

50%

Karlsruher SC

50%

Karlsruher SC Last 6 matches

08/05/2026 12:30

SC Paderborn 07 2 - 2 Karlsruher SC

GER D2

03/05/2026 07:30

Karlsruher SC 2 - 1 Darmstadt

GER D2

25/04/2026 07:00

Karlsruher SC 1 - 3 Hannover 96

GER D2

17/04/2026 12:30

SV Elversberg 3 - 0 Karlsruher SC

GER D2

10/04/2026 12:30

Karlsruher SC 4 - 1 Arminia Bielefeld

GER D2

05/04/2026 07:30

Schalke 04 1 - 0 Karlsruher SC

GER D2

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches VfL Bochum

09/05/2026 07:00

VfL Bochum 1 - 1 Hannover 96

GER D2

02/05/2026 07:00

Arminia Bielefeld 1 - 1 VfL Bochum

GER D2

26/04/2026 07:30

VfL Bochum 2 - 1 Greuther Furth

GER D2

18/04/2026 07:00

Dynamo Dresden 2 - 0 VfL Bochum

GER D2

12/04/2026 07:30

VfL Bochum 4 - 1 Eintracht Braunschweig

GER D2

04/04/2026 07:00

Magdeburg 4 - 1 VfL Bochum

GER D2

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues German Bundesliga 2

Played games

Karlsruher SC

VfL Bochum

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

2.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.71

Scored

Avg. per game

1.76

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.24

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 17 home matches

YesNo

16 (94%)1 (6%)

In last 17 home matches

NoYes

15 (88%)2 (12%)

Karlsruher SC

Recent matches

VfL Bochum

Under /Over

(94%)16 1(6%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(82%)14 3(18%)

Under /Over

(41%)7 10(59%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(47%)8 9(53%)

Under /Over

(65%)11 6(35%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(53%)9 8(47%)

/Yes

(82%)14 3(18%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(65%)11 6(35%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Karlsruher SC

VfL Bochum

Shots

Karlsruher SC

Total shots

12.94 avg / game

Blocked

48 total

Avg. 3.20

VfL Bochum

Total shots

16.00 avg / game

Blocked

73 total

Avg. 4.29

Karlsruher SC Pass VfL Bochum

Total passes

6596

Avg. 388 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

6543

Avg. 385 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

47%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Karlsruher SC

Played games

VfL Bochum

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.12

Clean sheets

0.29

4.71

Corners

4.94

18.59

316

Throw-ins

367

21.59

1.65

Offsides

1.71

3.41

GK saves

2.29

Karlsruher SC

DISCIPLINARY

VfL Bochum

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.76

3.00

0.12

0.06

13.12

223

Fouls

242

14.24

9.65

164

Tackles

157

9.24

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Karlsruher SC vs VfL Bochum Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Karlsruher SC vs VfL Bochum on 17 May 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 2 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.

Karlsruher SC vs VfL Bochum Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Karlsruher SC's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against VfL Bochum'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 2 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 2 standings and the German Bundesliga 2 form table to understand exactly where Karlsruher SC and VfL Bochum sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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