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FSV Mainz vs. Arminia Bielefeld
The second home game in a row is coming up for Mainz within a few days, as FSV already had to face Dortmund in a make-up game during the week. Now, on the 27th matchday of the Bundesliga and shortly before the international break, the relegation-threatened Bielefeld await, who absolutely must score. For Mainz, the defeat against Dortmund was extremely bitter, because after a hard fight, the late neck blow and the narrow 0:1 defeat followed. Nevertheless, Mainz can be more than satisfied with the current season, because after the difficult last season and the near relegation, the team is in the secure midfield of the table.
Bielefeld’s situation, on the other hand, is much more precarious. Frank Kramer’s team is fighting against relegation together with four other teams. They are currently in 15th place with 25 points. Find out who we think has the better chance of winning on Saturday in this Mainz – Bielefeld tip.
Mainz – Bielefeld info:
– Date & Time: 19.03.2022, 15:30 hrs.
– Venue: MEWA Arena (Mainz)
– Competition: Bundesliga, 27th matchday
– TV broadcast: Live on Sky Sport
Mainz Form & Balance Check
Before the match against BVB on Wednesday, nobody really knew with which lineup the 05ers would appear and how fit the team is at all. After the game, it has to be said that Bo Svensson’s team did very well and almost managed to get a point against the title contender.
The players seemed livelier than expected and with a little more luck, perhaps even more than just the deserved draw would have been possible. Unfortunately, they still suffered a setback in the standings. The European places are a long way off. With a ten-point gap, it’s hardly possible to challenge for the top spot again.
Finally stability in the Mainz game
The last few years have been characterized by the relegation battle in Mainz. In the last five years, the highest of feelings was 12th place and especially last year, the situation was really dicey, when Mainz was second to last at the end of the second half of the season. This season, things were stable right from the start. Primarily in the home games the Mainz knew how to convince.
The defeat against Dortmund was only the second at the MEWA Arena this season. About such home strength you come to constant stability. If the team maintains this level, it can continue to establish itself in the Bundesliga in the long term.
Mainz facts & analysis
– Mainz have won 8 of their 10 Bundesliga victories in their own stadium.
– In their own stadium, Mainz has a point average of 2.08
– Last 2 defeats in a row
Bielefeld form & balance check
Before the season, many saw Bielefeld as a top candidate for relegation. But after 26 matchdays, Frank Kramer’s team still has every chance of staying in the class. While everything is extremely tight in the cellar, they are currently above the line and accordingly have everything in their own hands. In addition, some players were missing on a Corona infection last. Therefore, fitness will also be a factor on Saturday.
Does the offense lack quality?
When looking at the number of goals conceded, you wouldn’t think that Bielefeld would be among the relegation candidates. Arminia has conceded only 34 goals, by far the fewest in the bottom of the table. But unfortunately, a successful team also needs a solid to good offense and that’s where DSC’s main problem lies.
With 22 goals scored, they have scored the fewest goals of all Bundesliga teams, even less than the bottom team from Fürth. The only constant in attack is Okugawa, otherwise no player in the squad is really ice cold in front of the opponent’s goal. In the long term, however, you need quality in attack, otherwise it will be harder to stay in the league year after year.
Bielefeld facts & analysis
– Last 3 defeats in a row.
– In 4 of the last 5 games without own goal
– Bielefeld have won 3 of 13 away games this season
Predicted lineup – last update on March 17, 2022
The situation eases a bit for the home side as Hack and Kohr, who were suspended last time, return. Dominik Kohr will start and replace the also suspended Stach on the six. Hack, on the other hand, is expected to stabilize the defense. The guests, on the other hand, have a few Covid cases to lament, but it’s not entirely clear who got it. Therefore, the lineup is relatively speculative. For sure Brunner will be out, who is also suspended. If Serra is fit again, the striker could replace Lasme up top. De Medina will get Brunner’s place in the defense.
Mainz – Bielefeld direct comparison & statistics
In the past, the duels in the Bundesliga have always been very even and, above all, low-scoring. Of the nine duels in the Oberhaus, Bielefeld won three times and Mainz twice. So far this season, Mainz have won both matches (2:1 in the league, 3:2 n. V. in the cup).
– Bielefeld has never won in Mainz.
– In 7 of 9 direct duels, a maximum of 2 goals have fallen
– In 6 of the 9 encounters it was 0:0 at the break
