1 Fsv Mainz 05 vs Bayern Munich Prediction & Betting Tips - Bundesliga

Prediction published on 19/10/2023, 07:04  by Daniel Ngulu in Bundesliga Predictions

Bayern Munich will wrap up Saturday action in the Bundesliga with an away trip to Mainz after the international break. The two sides sit on opposite ends of the league table, Mainz 17th and Bayern Munich third. Mainz will head into this game eyeing their first league win of the season. They are one of the remaining three yet to win a game so far, having played seven games. Mainz were close to their first win last time out but a late concession saw them draw 2-2 with Borussia Monchengladbach. Goals from Brajan Gruda and Aymen Barkok brought them close but two minutes to time, Joseph Scally’s equalizer sank their hearts. Mainz are now left with just two points from a possible 21 but this was an improvement from four straight losses earlier. In 12 straight league matches, Mainz haven't managed a win. At home, they haven't won in five league games, losing four.

Bayern Munich have suffered losses in their last three league visits to Mainz. This includes a 3-1 defeat in their last meeting. In each of their last five league meetings, both teams scored. While Bayern haven't done well here, they come in much better form. They have two straight wins and are unbeaten in 10 matches. In that run of 10 matches across all competitions, Bayern Munich have posted eight wins. Before going to the international break, Bayern thrashed Freiburg 3-0 at home. In-form Leroy Sane scored his fourth goal in five matches there. With Harry Kane also in good form, Bayern carry to this game a potent attacking threat. However, defensively, Bayern Munich haven't been robust, just as it has been in recent meetings with Mainz. However, they arrive here with the joint second-best defensive record so far in the league having conceded six in seven games. Away from home in Bundesliga action, Bayern Munich have one clean sheet in five, and four wins in the process.