Mainz 05 vs Leverkusen Predictions

Mainz 05 vs Leverkusen is scheduled for kick off on 18 October, at 13:30. The game is set to take place at MEWA ARENA, with Florian Exner officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Mainz 05 currently holding the 10th position in the table 21 points behind Leverkusen. Mainz 05 have lost 4 German Bundesliga matches to Leverkusen out of the last 6 they have played. After their recent loss to Union Berlin, Mainz 05 is determined to redeem themselves. Mainz 05 have won 4 of their last 17 German Bundesliga matches at MEWA ARENA. Leverkusen's away record stands at 8 victories from 17 games. Following their 3-1 loss to Stuttgart, Leverkusen is determined to bounce back with a win against Mainz 05.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Mainz 05 have scored over 1.5 goals in 82% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 91% of games. Their total stands at 42 goals and 133 shots on target this German Bundesliga season. Meanwhile, Leverkusen have scored 67 goals with 167 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 85% of matches but conceded in 76% of games.

In their last 6 head-to-head clashes, Mainz 05 scored 7 goals while Leverkusen scored 13 goals. Their last match on 28 February 2026 ended in a 1-1 draw.