German Bundesliga Prediction - FSV Mainz 05 VS Union Berlin

German Bundesliga - FSV Mainz 05 VS Union Berlin
Match Time: 08-02-2024 01:30 Thursday (GMT+8)
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Team Analysis
Mainz, a mid-table team in the Bundesliga, has achieved decent results in the past two seasons. Last season, they finished in the mid-table with a record of 12 wins, 10 draws, and 12 losses in 34 league matches. However, this season, Mainz's performance has declined, and they have struggled to secure victories recently. After losing 0-1 at home to Werder Bremen in the last round, they have remained winless in nine consecutive league matches. Currently, after 19 rounds of matches, Mainz has a record of 1 win, 8 draws, and 10 losses, putting them in the relegation zone.

Union Berlin has performed well in the Bundesliga in recent years, consistently securing European competition spots. Last season, they finished fourth in the league with a record of 18 wins, 8 draws, and 8 losses in 34 matches, earning a place in the UEFA Champions League group stage. However, this season, Union Berlin's performance has been below expectations, and they even face the possibility of relegation. After losing 0-2 away to RB Leipzig in the last round, they suffered another consecutive away defeat. In the past 19 league matches, Union Berlin has recorded 5 wins, 2 draws, and 12 losses, currently sitting in 15th place in the standings.

Odds Analysis
In the past two seasons, Mainz has managed to reach mid-table positions, while Union Berlin has been a team competing for the top four spots. Although Mainz's image and strength may not match Union Berlin's, they have consistently offered a 0.25 handicap when facing Union Berlin at home. However, this season, with Union Berlin's league position declining and their struggles to secure away victories, Mainz's support for Union Berlin at home with a 0.25 handicap is limited. Therefore, I believe that Union Berlin has the potential to snatch points away from home.

Pick: Union Berlin