Match Preview
Eintracht Frankfurt host a struggling 1. FSV Mainz 05 in a crucial Bundesliga clash at Deutsche Bank Park. Frankfurt, sitting comfortably in the top half, will look to leverage their potent attack to push for the European places. They have been one of the most entertaining teams to watch this season, with goals flowing at both ends of the pitch. In contrast, Mainz find themselves in a desperate relegation battle early in the campaign. With only one win so far, every point is vital, but a trip to face a free-scoring Frankfurt side presents a formidable challenge.
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Current League Standings
The league table paints a clear picture of the two clubs’ contrasting fortunes this season.
- Eintracht Frankfurt: Currently in 9th place with 14 points from 9 matches. They’ve secured 4 wins, 2 draws, and suffered 3 losses. Their attack has been prolific, scoring 22 goals, but their defence has been a concern, conceding 19.
- 1. FSV Mainz 05: Languishing in 17th position with just 5 points from 9 games. Their record stands at 1 win, 2 draws, and 6 defeats. They have struggled for goals, netting only 10 while conceding 17.
Head-to-Head Analysis
While past encounters between these two sides have often been tightly contested affairs, current form and league position are far more telling indicators for this upcoming match. Frankfurt’s offensive firepower this season is on a different level compared to Mainz’s struggling campaign. The hosts’ confidence at home, combined with Mainz’s poor away record and defensive vulnerabilities, suggests that past results may have little bearing on this fixture. The momentum is firmly with the home side.
| Pos | Team | Pl | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Bayern München | 10 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 29 | 28 |
| 2 | RB Leipzig | 10 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 22 |
| 3 | Borussia Dortmund | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 21 |
| 4 | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 10 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 20 |
| 5 | TSG 1899 Hoffenheim | 10 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 19 |
| 6 | VfB Stuttgart | 9 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 18 |
| 7 | 1. FC Köln | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 15 |
| 8 | SV Werder Bremen | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | -3 | 15 |
| 9 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 14 |
| 10 | 1. FC Union Berlin | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | -4 | 12 |
| 11 | SC Freiburg | 9 | 2 | 4 | 3 | -2 | 10 |
| 12 | Hamburger SV | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | -7 | 9 |
| 13 | VfL Wolfsburg | 10 | 2 | 2 | 6 | -6 | 8 |
| 14 | Borussia Mönchengladbach | 10 | 1 | 4 | 5 | -8 | 7 |
| 15 | FC Augsburg | 9 | 2 | 1 | 6 | -9 | 7 |
| 16 | FC St. Pauli 1910 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 6 | -10 | 7 |
| 17 | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 6 | -7 | 5 |
| 18 | 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 7 | -15 | 5 |
Our Prediction
Considering all factors, the evidence points strongly towards a home victory. Eintracht Frankfurt’s attack is one of the most effective in the league, and they are facing a Mainz team that has been defensively frail and lacking in confidence. While Frankfurt’s own defence can be leaky, their ability to outscore opponents, especially at home, should be the deciding factor. Mainz’s struggle to find wins this season is likely to continue against a superior opponent.
Therefore, our single best betting tip for this match is:
Eintracht Frankfurt to win.
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