Match Overview
On December 16, 2023, SV Darmstadt 98 will face off against VfL Wolfsburg at the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor in a Bundesliga match. The odds for this match are as follows: Local Winner – 3.29, Draw – 3.77, Away Winner – 2.24.
Historical Face-Off
These two teams have met on four occasions in the past. VfL Wolfsburg has had the upper hand with two victories, while SV Darmstadt 98 managed to win one game. Their most recent encounter ended in a draw.
In these matches, goals have been scarce, with only five goals scored overall and an average of just over one goal per game. None of these matches saw three or more goals being scored.
Local Team’s Recent Form
SV Darmstadt 98 has been struggling recently, failing to secure a victory in their last six matches across all competitions. They have lost four of those games and drawn the other two.
In the Bundesliga, SV Darmstadt finds themselves at the bottom of the table with only nine points from fourteen matches. Their goal difference stands at -20 after conceding a staggering 37 goals so far this season.
In their most recent match against FC Heidenheim, SV Darmstadt suffered a narrow defeat with a final scoreline of 3-2. Despite putting up a fight and scoring twice through Tim Skarke and an own goal by L. Maloney, they were unable to come away with any points.
Away Team’s Recent Form
VfL Wolfsburg has also struggled lately, winning just one out of their last six matches away from home across all competitions. They have lost four games and drawn one.
In the Bundesliga, VfL Wolfsburg currently sits in 11th place with 16 points from fourteen matches. Their goal difference stands at -7 after conceding 25 goals this season.
In their most recent match against SC Freiburg, VfL Wolfsburg suffered a 1-0 defeat. They were unable to find the back of the net and conceded a late goal, resulting in another disappointing away performance.
Key Players Spotlight
For SV Darmstadt 98, Tim Skarke has been a standout player in recent matches. He has scored four goals so far this season and will be looking to add to his tally against VfL Wolfsburg.
VfL Wolfsburg will rely on Jonas Wind, who has been in excellent form. With ten goals already this season, he is their top scorer and a constant threat to opposing defenses.
Statistical Insights
Based on recent form and statistics, both teams have struggled defensively. SV Darmstadt 98 has conceded an average of over two goals per game in the Bundesliga, while VfL Wolfsburg has also struggled at the back with an average of almost two goals conceded per game.
However, VfL Wolfsburg possesses more attacking firepower with 18 goals scored compared to SV Darmstadt’s 17. This suggests that they may have the edge going into this match.
Match Prediction: SV Darmstadt 98 1-3 VfL Wolfsburg
Considering both teams’ recent performances and statistical insights, it is likely that VfL Wolfsburg will come out on top in this match. The predicted outcome is SV Darmstadt 98 1-3 VfL Wolfsburg.
