Wolfsburg vs VfL Bochum Prediction: Which team can boost their chances of playing in the Bundesliga next season?

The Volkswagen Arena will host the match between the teams in 14th and 17th position. Both teams started the season poorly but Wolfsburg have begun picking points in matches they play. Unlike Wolfsburg, Bochum’s form continued to deplumate and subsequently cost their previous coach his job. To boost their chances of fighting relegation, the home side needs a win which will not be easy as they have shipped in goals when they were leading matches.

Wolfsburg

The position of Wolfsburg does not tell the whole story for this attack-minded team. The attackers have been delivering goals but a shaky defence has cost Wolfsburg on several occasions. Wolfsburg have 11 points but lost only four games implying draws are affecting the teams. To climb further up the table, Wolfburg must outscore their opponent which is possible to achieve in this match.

VfL Bochum

The new coach brought in has started improving the confidence of this team. This was evident in the win against the league leader in the last round of matches. However, the late goal scored by Union Berlin shows the porous nature of the defence. Will the defence still leak goals this week? We will know on Saturday but leaking too many goals will cost the team. 

Head-to-head encounters

Of the twenty matches played, Wolfsburg have won nine with Bochum winning eight. Three of the matches resulted in a draw. Recent matches between these two sides show that the home team usually win the contest. Bochum have conceded an amazing 15 goals in the away games played.

The last 10 matches Bochum have been involved in ended with Bochum scoring 9 goals but conceding 23.

Injuries and suspensions

• Wolfsburg have won two and drawn three of their last five matches (no defeat). Only one of the last six home games has been won;
• Bochum have confidence as they just defeated the league leaders. They have not won any away game in the Bundesliga.

Expert Betting Tips

Home advantage may aid the home side. The match may lead to both teams scoring (BTTS) and goals over 2.5. The match can also end in a 2-1 or 3-1 home victory. A feasible but bold bet will be home to win the first half. Below are predictions on betway, bet365, and 1xbet. 

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