The Matchday 31 Bundesliga clash between Bayern Munich and Mainz will take place on April 26 at the Allianz Arena in Munich. Bayern Munich vs. Mainz: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Bayern Munich
In the previous round, Bayern Munich secured a convincing 4-0 away victory against Heidenheim, extending their unbeaten run in the league to five matches (3 wins, 2 draws). Notably, Vincent Kompany's side kept a clean sheet for the first time in seven league outings. However, Bayern still leads in the number of clean sheets with 13. The team has also strengthened its position in the standings, with an 8-point lead over their closest rival.
- At least 4 goals have been scored in 7 of Bayern's last 8 Bundesliga matches.
- The club has won 11 of their last 13 home matches in the Bundesliga.
- Bayern has conceded at least two goals in 5 of their last 7 home games in this tournament.
Predicted lineup for Bayern Munich (4-5-1)
Jonas Urbig – Josip Stanisic, Eric Dier, Joshua Kimmich, Raphael Guerreiro – Serge Gnabry, Michael Olise, Kingsley Coman, Konrad Laimer, Alexander Pavlovic – Harry Kane.
Midfielder Jamal Musiala and defenders Alphonso Davies and Hiroki Ito are injured.
Mainz
In the last round, Mainz shared the points with Wolfsburg at home in a 2-2 draw. Bo Henriksen's side has been unable to secure a win in their last five league matches (3 draws, 2 losses), and they have failed to keep a clean sheet in seven consecutive Bundesliga games. Nevertheless, the club has conceded only 36 goals, a tally bettered only by Bayer Leverkusen (35) and Bayern Munich (29). In the standings, Mainz has dropped to 6th place.
- Both teams have scored in 6 of Mainz's last 7 league matches.
- The club has an 11-match uncompromising streak away from home (5 wins, 6 losses).
- Mainz has scored in 11 consecutive head-to-head matches in this tournament.
Predicted lineup for Mainz (4-4-2)
Robin Zentner – Anthony Caci, Moritz Jenz, Danny da Costa, Nicolas Veracchnig – Dominik Kohr, Kaishu Sano, Nadiem Amiri, Lee Jae-sung – Nelson Weiper, Jonathan Burkardt.
Referee
Bastian Dankert (Germany)
Matches – 13 (Bundesliga, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 40;
Average yellow cards per match – 3.1;
Red cards shown – 2;
Average fouls per match – 21;
Penalties – 23%.
Match Prediction: Bayern Munich vs. Mainz
In the upcoming round, Bayern Munich could clinch the championship. A victory for Bayern, combined with Bayer Leverkusen dropping points, would make Vincent Kompany's side uncatchable. For the team that has won more home matches in the 2024/25 Bundesliga season than any other, achieving the first part of this condition seems straightforward. Bayern has defeated Mainz in 7 consecutive home meetings in this tournament, and these encounters deserve special mention.
Bayern consistently demonstrates excellent scoring ability, with 87 goals already this season. In the aforementioned matches against Mainz, Bayern has scored a staggering 37 goals. Bo Henriksen's side has improved defensively this season, but they are currently experiencing a downturn, and their goals conceded are increasing. Meanwhile, Mainz remains stable in attack and can pose problems for the hosts' defense.
My prediction: Bayern Munich to win and Total over 2.5 goals
