Mainz 05 and Bayer Leverkusen face each other on Saturday 10.18.2025, at 14:30 (UK Time), in a Bundesliga 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Mainz 05's home ground, the Mewa Arena.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Mainz 05 and Bayer Leverkusen, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Mainz 05 vs Bayer Leverkusen
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Over 2.5 Goals
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Mainz 05 preview
Mainz 05 heads into the match with the following record in the Bundesliga: in 6 matches, Mainz secured 1 victories, 1 draws, and 4 losses, maintaining an average of 0.67 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Mainz 05's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 4 victories so far.
Mainz 05 has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 12 goals, of which 5 were scored in the Bundesliga, resulting in an average of 0.83 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Nadiem Amiri, who has found the back of the net 3 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Kaishu Sano has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 1 assists.
On the defensive side, Mainz 05 has conceded 10 goals in the Bundesliga (an average of 1.67 per game) and 13 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.3 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Bayer Leverkusen preview
Bayer Leverkusen comes into the game with 6 matches played so far in the Bundesliga. They have secured 3 victories, 2 draws, and 1 losses, maintaining an average of 1.83 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 4 wins, 4 draws, and 1 losses.
Leverkusen's attack has been highly effective, scoring 19 goals during this period. Of that total, 12 were netted in the Bundesliga, with an average of 2 goals per game. The overall season average is 2.11.
Leverkusen's offensive system is led by Patrik Schick, the team's top scorer this season. The czech forward has found the back of the net 3 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Álex Grimaldo. The defender has contributed with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 8 goals with an average of 1.33 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 11 goals in 9 matches, averaging 1.22 per match.
Head to head: Mainz 05 vs Bayer Leverkusen
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Home Team
Mainz 05
Germany - Bundesliga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L W L D |
0.67 |
| Home | L L L |
0 |
| Away | L W D |
1.33 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 17% | 0% | 33% |
| Goals | 2.5 | 1.33 | 3.67 |
| Scored | 0.83 | 0 | 1.67 |
| Conceded | 1.67 | 1.33 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 33% | 0% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 67% | 100% | 33% |
| 1st to Score | 17% | 0% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.55 | 1.47 | 1.64 |
|
xGA
|
1.44 | 1.3 | 1.58 |
Away Team
Bayer Leverkusen
Germany - Bundesliga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W D W D |
1.83 |
| Home | W D W L |
1.75 |
| Away | W D |
2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Goals | 3.33 | 2.75 | 4.5 |
| Scored | 2 | 1.75 | 2.5 |
| Conceded | 1.33 | 1 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 83% | 75% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 17% | 25% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 17% | 100% | 100% |
|
xG
|
1.42 | 1.62 | 1.02 |
|
xGA
|
1.43 | 1.36 | 1.56 |
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