- Date: Friday, September 20, 2024
- Venue: WWK Arena, Augsburg
- Fixture: FC Augsburg vs 1. FSV Mainz 05, Bundesliga
Game Preview
Football fans, gear up for an exciting Friday night Bundesliga clash as FC Augsburg hosts 1. FSV Mainz 05 at the WWK Arena! Both teams are looking to improve their positions in the 2024-2025 season. Augsburg, currently sitting in 13th place, aims to distance themselves from the relegation zone. Mainz, positioned 15th, will be eager to climb the table with a positive result away from home.
Augsburg has had a mixed start to the season, with 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses from their 5 matches. Mainz has struggled more, with 1 win, 1 draw, and 3 losses. With both teams hungry for points, we can expect an intense and closely fought match under the Friday night lights.
Recent Head-to-Head
The recent encounters between these two sides have been closely contested:
- Mainz 2 – 1 Augsburg (10/02/2024)
- Augsburg 2 – 1 Mainz (23/09/2023)
- Mainz 3 – 1 Augsburg (11/02/2023)
- Augsburg 1 – 2 Mainz (03/09/2022)
- Mainz 4 – 1 Augsburg (02/04/2022)
Mainz has had a slight edge in recent meetings, but Augsburg will be looking to change that trend on their home turf.
Key Players
FC Augsburg:
- Samuel Essende: Congolese striker tasked with leading the line
- Arne Maier: Key midfielder who will provide assists
- Finn Dahmen: Goalkeeper acting as the last line of defence
1. FSV Mainz 05:
- Karim Onisiwo: Top scorer for Mainz with 2 goals
- Silvan Widmer: Captain who inspires the whole team
- Robin Zentner: Goalkeeper with 18 saves in 5 matches
Prediction
Given Augsburg’s home advantage and slightly better form, they might have an edge. However, Mainz’s recent head-to-head record could make this a close contest. We predict a narrow 2-1 victory for Augsburg, but don’t be surprised if Mainz puts up a strong fight in this Friday night encounter.
Betting Markets
| Market | Odds | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Augsburg to win | 6/4 | Bet Now |
| Draw | 12/5 | Bet Now |
| Mainz to win | 9/5 | Bet Now |
| Over 2.5 goals | 4/5 | Bet Now |
| Under 2.5 goals | 11/10 | Bet Now |
| Both teams to score | 4/6 | Bet Now |
This Friday night Bundesliga encounter promises to be an intriguing battle between two teams looking to climb up the table and distance themselves from the relegation zone. With talented players on both sides and a history of competitive matches, fans can expect an entertaining game filled with skillful play and tactical intrigue at the WWK Arena.
