FSV Mainz 05 vs TSG 1899 Hoffenheim Prediction: Goals expected from both sides

As they prepare to take on Mainz 05, who could end up in the relegation play-offs, on Saturday 13th April 2024 at 16:30 (GMT+3), Conference League aspirant Hoffenheim will continue their quest to guarantee a spot in the competition at MEWA ARENA next season. 

Hoffenheim ended a three-match losing trend by defeating Augsburg 3-1 at home in their most recent Bundesliga game, moving them up to eighth position with 36 points. Die TSG is six points behind sixth-place Eintracht Frankfurt for a position in the Conference League Qualifiers after 28 games played with 48 goals scored and 53 goals surrendered. With 23 points, Mainz 05 is in 16th place, three points outside of safety. Additionally, Mainz 05 defeated Darmstadt 98 4-0 at home in their most recent Bundesliga game to increase their winning streak to three games (Wins 2 Draws 1 Loss 0).

In their 14 home Bundesliga games this season, Mainz 05 has four victories, four ties, and six losses. This season, Hoffenheim has gone on the road to win six league games, tie two, and lose six. Mainz 05 has split its previous six league games, winning two, drawing two, and losing two. In contrast, Hoffenheim has had three wins and three losses in their previous six games.

Mainz 05's overall Bundesliga record this season is Very Poor, with 4 wins, 11 draws, and 13 losses. With 14 percent of matches won, Mainz 05 is presently ranked 16th out of 18 clubs in the Bundesliga Table. The home record of Mainz 05 is dismal, with 4 wins, 4 ties, and 6 losses. Additionally, their record on the road is regarded as appalling due to their 0 wins, 7 ties, and 7 losses.

This season, Mainz 05 has scored 26 goals in the Bundesliga.

Hoffenheim has a good overall record in the Bundesliga this season with 10 wins, 6 ties, and 12 losses. With 36% of games won, Hoffenheim is presently ranked eighth out of 18 clubs in the Bundesliga Table. Hoffenheim has a dismal record at home, with four victories, four ties, and six losses. Because they have six wins, two ties, and six loses on the road, their record is regarded as good.

This season, Hoffenheim has scored 48 goals in the Bundesliga.

Considering everything, Mainz will score a goal against this Hoffenheim squad, but it might not be quite enough to prevent a defeat. Hoffenheim will play to their full potential as they seek to qualify for European football next season. 

We anticipate a fairly competitive match, with Hoffenheim leading 2-1 at the end of ninety minutes.