Union Berlin vs FSV Mainz 05: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 August

Union Berlin

L L D L L

15th place in German Bundesliga

4-1

20/08/2023 09:30

FSV Mainz 05

W D D D W

13th place in German Bundesliga

German Bundesliga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Union Berlin vs FSV Mainz 05 on 20 August 2023 (kick-off: 09:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Union Berlin vs FSV Mainz 05 preview before placing your bet.

Union Berlin are currently 15th with 33 points after 34 matches.
FSV Mainz 05 sit 13th with 35 points from 34 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Union Berlin to win with probability 47%.
Head-to-head history favors Union Berlin, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. FSV Mainz 05 have one win, while one match ended in a draw.

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

2023-08-20

Union Berlin vs FSV Mainz 05 - Prediction & Odds

Union Berlin

FSV Mainz 05

2023-08-20 09:30

STANDINGS UP TO 20/08/2023

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

01 Bayer Leverkusen	90	34	28	6	0	89	24	65
02 VfB Stuttgart	73	34	23	4	7	78	39	39
03 Bayern Munchen	72	34	23	3	8	94	45	49
04 RB Leipzig	65	34	19	8	7	77	39	38
05 Borussia Dortmund	63	34	18	9	7	68	43	25
06 Eintracht Frankfurt	47	34	11	14	9	51	50	1
07 TSG Hoffenheim	46	34	13	7	14	66	66	0
08 Heidenheimer	42	34	10	12	12	50	55	-5
09 Werder Bremen	42	34	11	9	14	48	54	-6
10 SC Freiburg	42	34	11	9	14	45	58	-13
11 Augsburg	39	34	10	9	15	50	60	-10
12 VfL Wolfsburg	37	34	10	7	17	41	56	-15
13 FSV Mainz 05	35	34	7	14	13	39	51	-12
14 Borussia Monchengladbach	34	34	7	13	14	56	67	-11
15 Union Berlin	33	34	9	6	19	33	58	-25
16 VfL Bochum	33	34	7	12	15	42	74	-32
17 FC Koln	27	34	5	12	17	28	60	-32
18 Darmstadt	17	34	3	8	23	30	86	-56

Head To Head

04/02/2023 10:30

Union Berlin

2 - 1

FSV Mainz 05

GER D1

14/08/2022 09:30

FSV Mainz 05

0 - 0

Union Berlin

GER D1

26/02/2022 10:30

Union Berlin

3 - 1

FSV Mainz 05

GER D1

03/10/2021 09:30

FSV Mainz 05

1 - 2

Union Berlin

GER D1

06/02/2021 10:30

FSV Mainz 05

1 - 0

Union Berlin

GER D1

02/10/2020 14:30

Union Berlin

4 - 0

FSV Mainz 05

GER D1

Union Berlin

67%

Draw

17%

FSV Mainz 05

17%

Union Berlin Last 6 matches

13/08/2023 11:59

Astoria Walldorf 0 - 4 Union Berlin GERC

05/08/2023 09:30

Union Berlin 4 - 1 Atalanta INT CF

29/07/2023 09:30

Udinese 0 - 1 Union Berlin INT CF

28/07/2023 10:00

Union Berlin 1 - 2 AEP Paphos INT CF

22/07/2023 09:00

Union Berlin 1 - 2 Holstein Kiel INT CF

19/07/2023 12:15

Union Berlin 3 - 0 Rapid Wien INT CF

Win

67%

Draw

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches FSV Mainz 05

12/08/2023 11:59

SV Elversberg 0 - 1 FSV Mainz 05 GERC

05/08/2023 09:30

FSV Mainz 05 1 - 0 Burnley INT CF

01/08/2023 10:00

FSV Mainz 05 4 - 1 St. Gallen INT CF

14/07/2023 13:00

TuS Koblenz 1 - 6 FSV Mainz 05 INT CF

27/05/2023 09:30

Borussia Dortmund 2 - 2 FSV Mainz 05 GER D1

21/05/2023 09:30

FSV Mainz 05 1 - 4 VfB Stuttgart GER D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

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

Goals

Scored

231

Avg. per game

0.77

Conceded

209

Avg. per game

0.70

Scored

208

Avg. per game

0.78

Conceded

198

Avg. per game

0.74

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

157 (52%)143 (48%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

141 (53%)126 (47%)

Union Berlin

Recent matches

FSV Mainz 05

Under /Over

(82%)37 8(18%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

/Yes

(67%)30 15(33%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Union Berlin

FSV Mainz 05

Shots

Union Berlin

Total shots

11.99 avg / game

Blocked

629 total

Avg. 2.85

FSV Mainz 05

Total shots

12.73 avg / game

Blocked

730 total

Avg. 3.43

Union Berlin Pass FSV Mainz 05

Total passes

89734

Avg. 380 / game

Accurate

73%

Ball possession

44%

Total passes

88287

Avg. 394 / game

Accurate

74%

Ball possession

47%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Union Berlin

300

Played games

FSV Mainz 05

267

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.27

Clean sheets

0.25

4.66

1399

Corners

1272

4.76

15.56

4667

Throw-ins

4887

18.30

1.64

493

Offsides

475

1.78

2.37

711

GK saves

711

2.66

Union Berlin

DISCIPLINARY

FSV Mainz 05

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.65

496

488

1.83

0.08

0.08

10.38

3114

Fouls

3092

11.58

11.53

3460

Tackles

3422

12.82

NEXT MATCHES

08/22

Eintracht Braunschweig

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How We Build the Union Berlin vs FSV Mainz 05 Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Union Berlin vs FSV Mainz 05 on 20 August 2023 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.

Union Berlin vs FSV Mainz 05 Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Union Berlin'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 Union Berlin and FSV Mainz 05 sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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