VfL Wolfsburg vs FSV Mainz 05: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 May

VfL Wolfsburg

L W W W L

12th place in German Bundesliga

1-3

18/05/2024 09:30

FSV Mainz 05

W D D D W

13th place in German Bundesliga

German Bundesliga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for VfL Wolfsburg vs FSV Mainz 05 on 18 May 2024 (kick-off: 09:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full VfL Wolfsburg vs FSV Mainz 05 preview before placing your bet.

VfL Wolfsburg are currently 12th with 37 points after 34 matches.
FSV Mainz 05 sit 13th with 35 points from 34 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: FSV Mainz 05 to win with probability 40%.
Head-to-head history favors VfL Wolfsburg, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. FSV Mainz 05 have 2 wins, 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

2024-05-18

VfL Wolfsburg vs FSV Mainz 05 - Prediction & Odds

VfL Wolfsburg

FSV Mainz 05

2024-05-18 09:30

STANDINGS UP TO 18/05/2024

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

13/01/2024 10:30

FSV Mainz 05

1 - 1

VfL Wolfsburg

GER D1

30/04/2023 11:30

VfL Wolfsburg

3 - 0

FSV Mainz 05

GER D1

05/11/2022 10:30

FSV Mainz 05

0 - 3

VfL Wolfsburg

GER D1

22/04/2022 14:30

VfL Wolfsburg

5 - 0

FSV Mainz 05

GER D1

04/12/2021 10:30

FSV Mainz 05

3 - 0

VfL Wolfsburg

GER D1

22/05/2021 09:30

VfL Wolfsburg

2 - 3

FSV Mainz 05

GER D1

VfL Wolfsburg

50%

Draw

17%

FSV Mainz 05

33%

VfL Wolfsburg Last 6 matches

12/05/2024 11:30

Bayern Munchen 2 - 0 VfL Wolfsburg GER D1

04/05/2024 09:30

VfL Wolfsburg 3 - 0 Darmstadt GER D1

27/04/2024 09:30

SC Freiburg 1 - 2 VfL Wolfsburg GER D1

20/04/2024 09:30

VfL Wolfsburg 1 - 0 VfL Bochum GER D1

13/04/2024 09:30

RB Leipzig 3 - 0 VfL Wolfsburg GER D1

07/04/2024 11:30

VfL Wolfsburg 1 - 3 Borussia Monchengladbach GER D1

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches FSV Mainz 05

11/05/2024 12:30

FSV Mainz 05 3 - 0 Borussia Dortmund GER D1

05/05/2024 13:30

Heidenheimer 1 - 1 FSV Mainz 05 GER D1

28/04/2024 11:30

FSV Mainz 05 1 - 1 FC Koln GER D1

21/04/2024 13:30

SC Freiburg 1 - 1 FSV Mainz 05 GER D1

13/04/2024 09:30

FSV Mainz 05 4 - 1 TSG Hoffenheim GER D1

06/04/2024 09:30

FSV Mainz 05 4 - 0 Darmstadt GER D1

Win

50%

Draw

50%

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

Goals

Scored

208

Avg. per game

0.76

Conceded

236

Avg. per game

0.86

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 275 matches

YesNo

136 (49%)139 (51%)

In last 275 matches

NoYes

141 (53%)126 (47%)

VfL Wolfsburg

Recent matches

FSV Mainz 05

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

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

VfL Wolfsburg

FSV Mainz 05

Shots

VfL Wolfsburg

Total shots

12.14 avg / game

Blocked

656 total

Avg. 3.14

FSV Mainz 05

Total shots

12.73 avg / game

Blocked

730 total

Avg. 3.43

VfL Wolfsburg Pass FSV Mainz 05

Total passes

95987

Avg. 432 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

88287

Avg. 394 / game

Accurate

74%

Ball possession

47%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

VfL Wolfsburg

275

Played games

FSV Mainz 05

267

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.26

Clean sheets

0.25

4.29

1179

Corners

1272

4.76

15.78

4340

Throw-ins

4887

18.30

1.35

371

Offsides

475

1.78

2.58

709

GK saves

711

2.66

VfL Wolfsburg

DISCIPLINARY

FSV Mainz 05

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.80

495

488

1.83

0.08

0.08

9.94

2734

Fouls

3092

11.58

12.02

3305

Tackles

3422

12.82

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How We Build the VfL Wolfsburg vs FSV Mainz 05 Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for VfL Wolfsburg vs FSV Mainz 05 on 18 May 2024 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.

VfL Wolfsburg vs FSV Mainz 05 Form Analysis

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

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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