What is our Schalke vs Mainz prediction?
Schalke
1 - 1
Mainz
Our prediction for this match: Schalke 1 - 1 Mainz
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Schalke will look to bounce back when they take on Mainz at the Veltins-Arena after suffering a 2-1 defeat to Freiburg. Miron Muslic’s side have been difficult to beat at home, drawing back-to-back games against Bayern Munich and Elversberg without conceding. The Royal Blues will hope to turn that defensive resilience into a more convincing attacking display, particularly with Dejan Ljubicic expected to be their only absentee. Their recent home matches have been tight, but a more open contest could await against Mainz.
Mainz, meanwhile, are coming off a thrilling 4-3 defeat to Bayer Leverkusen, despite creating plenty of chances. Urs Fischer’s men registered 23 attempts and 3.13 expected goals in that encounter, showing they remain dangerous going forward even when results do not go their way. However, injuries to Dominik Kohr, Paul Nebel, Otto Ruoppi and Silvan Widmer could weaken their options. The visitors have been particularly productive on the road, so Schalke will need to stay organised to contain their attack.
As Schalke are tough to beat at home, we believe that punters worldwide can find value in betting on Draw, alongside Both Teams to Score and Over 1.5 goals as the time has come for Die Knappen to score their first goal at Veltins Arena.
This Bundesliga match will be played on Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 14:30.
- League
- Bundesliga
- Kick-off
- Sat 17 Oct 2026, 14:30UK time
Schalke vs Mainz Betting Tips
| Betting Tip | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Match result | ||
| Correct Score: Schalke 1-1 Mainz | 11/2 | |
| Double Chance: 1X | 8/15 | |
| Half Time/Full Time: Draw / Draw | 5/1 | |
| Asian Handicap: Schalke +0.5 | 3/5 | |
| European Handicap: Mainz +1 | 2/11 | |
| Player bets | ||
| Anytime Goalscorer: Edin Dzeko | 7/4 | |
| First Goalscorer: Edin Dzeko | 6/1 | |
| To be Booked: Nadiem Amiri | 15/8 | |
| Goals | ||
| Both Teams to Score: Yes | 4/7 | |
| Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals | 2/9 | |
| Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals | 11/10 | |
| Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals | 4/9 | |
| Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals | 1/6 | |
| Mainz Clean Sheet: No | 2/7 | |
| Corners | ||
| Total Corners: 9 - 11 | 13/8 | |
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View OfferSchalke Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | llwldwdwwl | 1.40 |
| Home | lldd | 0.50 |
| Away | wlwwwl | 2.00 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 0% | 67% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.10 | 1.50 | 4.17 |
| Scored | 1.50 | 0.00 | 2.50 |
| Conceded | 1.60 | 1.50 | 1.67 |
| BTTS | 40% | 0% | 67% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 50% | 17% |
| Failed to Score | 50% | 100% | 17% |
| Expected Goals | 1.62 | 1.36 | 1.79 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.52 | 1.44 | 1.57 |
Mainz Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | dwwwdwlwwl | 2.00 |
| Home | wwdll | 1.40 |
| Away | dwwww | 2.60 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 60% | 40% | 80% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 4.80 | 3.60 | 6.00 |
| Scored | 3.40 | 2.00 | 4.80 |
| Conceded | 1.40 | 1.60 | 1.20 |
| BTTS | 50% | 60% | 40% |
| Clean Sheets | 50% | 40% | 60% |
| Failed to Score | 10% | 20% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 2.05 | 1.86 | 2.37 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.26 | 1.26 | 1.26 |
Schalke vs Mainz Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Schalke (59%)
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Mainz (17%)
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