Köln vs Mainz 05 Predictions

Köln vs Mainz 05 is scheduled for kick off on 17 January, at 14:30. The game is set to take place at RheinEnergieSTADION, with Felix Zwayer officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Köln currently holding the 13th position in the table 3 points behind Mainz 05. Köln have won 2 German Bundesliga matches against Mainz 05 out of the last 4 they have played. After their recent loss to Leverkusen, Köln is determined to redeem themselves. Köln have won 5 of their last 16 German Bundesliga matches at RheinEnergieSTADION. Mainz 05's away record stands at 4 victories from 15 games. Following their 4-3 loss to Bayern München, Mainz 05 is determined to bounce back with a win against Köln.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Köln have scored over 1.5 goals in 84% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 90% of games. Their total stands at 45 goals and 146 shots on target this German Bundesliga season. Meanwhile, Mainz 05 have scored 39 goals with 123 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 81% of matches but conceded in 90% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Köln scored 4 goals while Mainz 05 scored 2 goals. Their last match on 17 January 2026 ended in 2-1 to Köln.