Bundesliga 2024-2025: Bayern Munich vs Mainz Prediction

Bayern Munich

Home Team
98%
VS

Mainz

Away Team
1%
Draw: 1%
Over 2.5: 77%
Under 2.5: 23%

Current Standings

Pos Team Pl W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Bayern Munich 30 22 6 2 87 29 58 72
2 Leverkusen 30 18 10 2 64 35 29 64
3 Ein Frankfurt 30 15 7 8 58 42 16 52
4 RB Leipzig 30 13 10 7 48 38 10 49
5 Freiburg 30 14 6 10 43 47 -4 48
6 Mainz 30 13 8 9 48 36 12 47
7 Dortmund 30 13 6 11 57 47 10 45
8 Werder Bremen 30 13 6 11 48 54 -6 45
9 M'gladbach 30 13 5 12 48 46 2 44
10 Augsburg 30 11 10 9 33 40 -7 43
11 Stuttgart 30 11 8 11 56 50 6 41
12 Wolfsburg 30 10 9 11 53 47 6 39
13 Union Berlin 30 9 8 13 30 44 -14 35
14 St Pauli 30 8 6 16 26 36 -10 30
15 Hoffenheim 30 7 9 14 38 55 -17 30
16 Heidenheim 30 6 4 20 32 60 -28 22
17 Bochum 30 5 5 20 29 62 -33 20
18 Holstein Kiel 30 4 7 19 41 71 -30 19

Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)

Bayern Munich

Average Expected Goals (xG): 3.73
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 0.91
# Clean Sheets: 1

Mainz

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.44
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.54
# Clean Sheets: 0

Key Prediction Insights

Bayern Munich is predicted to win with a stunning 98% probability against Mainz, showcasing their dominance in the Bundesliga. The game is also expected to have more than 2.5 goals, with a 77% probability of that happening. Bayern Munich currently sits comfortably at the top of the league standings, while Mainz is in the 6th position, striving to break into the top tier.

Match Analysis

Bayern Munich has shown remarkable form over their last three matches, securing two wins and a draw. Their recent away victory against Heidenheim, where they scored four goals without conceding, highlights their attacking prowess and defensive solidity. In contrast, Mainz has struggled to find consistent form, with two draws and one loss in their recent outings. Their inability to secure a win against lower-ranked teams like Holstein Kiel and Hoffenheim might be a cause for concern. Looking at the advanced metrics, Bayern Munich's recent games have seen them average 2.8 goals per match while maintaining a solid defense, conceding only 1.4 goals on average. Their expected goals (xG) figures of 3.73 indicate a high level of attacking efficiency. Mainz, on the other hand, averages 1.6 goals per match and has shown vulnerabilities in defense, with an average of 1.4 goals conceded and no clean sheets in their last five matches. Their expected goals conceded (xGC) of 1.542 suggests potential gaps in their defensive setup.

Final Prediction

Bayern Munich's superior form and attacking firepower give them a clear edge in this matchup against Mainz. With their high probability of winning and their ability to score goals in abundance, they are poised to strengthen their position at the top of the league. A key factor to watch will be Bayern's offensive play, which could overwhelm Mainz's defense, making it a challenging game for the visitors.