Match Details
The match between FC Koln and FSV Mainz 05 is scheduled to take place on December 10, 2023, at the RheinEnergieStadion. It will be a Bundesliga regular season match, with both teams vying for crucial points. The odds for this match are as follows: FC Koln (2.50), Draw (3.62), FSV Mainz 05 (2.96).
Head-to-Head Comparison
When looking at the historical performance of these two teams when facing each other, there have been several high-scoring encounters in recent years. In their last five meetings, three matches have seen three or more goals being scored. However, in their most recent encounter earlier this year, they played out a tight 1-1 draw.
Team Form: FC Koln
FC Koln has had a mixed run of form recently in all competitions. In their last six matches, they have won one game, lost three games, and drawn two games. This inconsistent form has led them to currently sit in the 15th position in the Bundesliga standings with only nine points from thirteen matches played.
At home, FC Koln’s performances have been underwhelming so far this season. They have won just one out of six matches played at RheinEnergieStadion and conceded ten goals while scoring only six themselves.
In their most recent match against SV Darmstadt 98 in the Bundesliga, FC Koln managed to secure a narrow 1-0 victory thanks to a goal from Davie Selke in the 60th minute.
Team Form: FSV Mainz 05
FSV Mainz 05 has also struggled for consistency lately but has shown some improvement compared to their opponents. In their last six matches, they have won one game, lost two games, and drawn three games. This has left them in the 17th position in the Bundesliga standings with eight points from thirteen matches played.
In away matches, FSV Mainz 05 has struggled to secure victories. They are yet to win a single away game this season, drawing four and losing three of their seven matches on the road. They have scored seven goals while conceding fifteen.
In their most recent match against SC Freiburg, FSV Mainz 05 suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat at home.
Key Players
For FC Koln, striker Davie Selke has been in good form recently, scoring four goals in fourteen appearances. His ability to find the back of the net will be crucial for FC Koln’s chances in this match.
FSV Mainz 05 will rely on attacker Ludovic Ajorque to provide them with a goal threat. He has found the net twice in thirteen appearances so far this season and will look to add to his tally against FC Koln.
Statistical Insights
Based on recent results and performances, both teams have struggled defensively. FC Koln has conceded twelve goals in their last six matches across all competitions, while FSV Mainz 05 has conceded seven goals during the same period.
Furthermore, both teams have had difficulties finding consistency in front of goal. FC Koln has scored five goals in their last six matches, while FSV Mainz 05 has managed only five goals as well.
Prediction: FC Koln 1 – 1 FSV Mainz 05
Considering both teams’ recent form and their struggles at both ends of the pitch, it is likely that this match will end up being a tightly contested affair with limited goal-scoring opportunities. Based on current statistics and performances, a 1-1 draw seems to be the most probable outcome.
