Expect a thrilling atmosphere at Volkswagen Arena when Wolfsburg and Paderborn square off in the first leg of the Bundesliga relegation playoffs. As Wolfsburg have been showing signs of improvement of late, we predict a 2-1 home win. The Wolves head into the clash with renewed confidence after a 3-1 victory over St. Pauli, but their overall form remains worrying. The Bundesliga side have won only two of their last ten matches and failed to record a single home victory in that span. Their attack has struggled at Volkswagen Arena as well, averaging just 0.4 goals per home game. Midfielder Vini Souza is suspended, which is another setback for the Bundesliga side.
Paderborn, meanwhile, arrive in high spirits after a crucial 2-0 win over Darmstadt secured their playoff spot. The visitors have been far more consistent lately, averaging 1.9 goals per game across their last ten matches while scoring in every single outing. Their matches have also been entertaining, with both teams scoring in 80% of those fixtures. However, forward Mika Baur misses out through suspension, slightly weakening their attacking options ahead of this tough away trip.
Despite their poor home form, we are tempted to bet on Wolfsburg to Win as they are a more experienced side than Paderborn. Additionally, Both Teams to Score and Over 2.5 goals bets seem appealing (both sides average high total-goal numbers recently).
This Bundesliga match will be played on Thursday 21 May 2026 at 19:30.
What is our Wolfsburg vs Paderborn prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Wolfsburg 2 - 1 Paderborn
Wolfsburg vs Paderborn Betting Tips
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 7.5
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View OfferWolfsburg Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | ldlllwddlw | 0.90 |
| Home | llldl | 0.20 |
| Away | dlwdw | 1.60 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 0% | 40% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.80 | 1.60 | 4.00 |
| Scored | 1.20 | 0.40 | 2.00 |
| Conceded | 1.60 | 1.20 | 2.00 |
| BTTS | 70% | 40% | 100% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% | 20% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 30% | 60% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.47 | 1.70 | 1.24 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.80 | 1.51 | 2.09 |
Paderborn Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | ddwwwdlldw | 1.60 |
| Home | dwwld | 1.60 |
| Away | dwdlw | 1.60 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.70 | 4.20 | 3.20 |
| Scored | 1.90 | 2.20 | 1.60 |
| Conceded | 1.80 | 2.00 | 1.60 |
| BTTS | 80% | 100% | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 0% | 40% |
| Failed to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.55 | 1.75 | 1.35 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.55 | 1.44 | 1.67 |
Wolfsburg vs Paderborn Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
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