Rot-Weiss Essen and Waldhof Mannheim face each other on Wednesday 03.04.2026, at 18:00 (UK Time), in a 3. Liga 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Rot-Weiss Essen's home ground, the Stadion Essen.

Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Rot-Weiss Essen and Waldhof Mannheim, 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 Rot-Weiss Essen vs Waldhof Mannheim

With odds already defined by leading bookmakers, our specialists have thoroughly reviewed the key match data. Check out our expert prediction below:

APWin Prediction

Double Chance: Draw or Waldhof Mannheim

The APWin team has examined the key betting markets and identified the most valuable opportunities.

👉 Our prediction is: Both teams don't score

It's hard to overlook the part that defence will play in this match. The capable defending of both sides will be tough for opposing offences, which is why it could be a low-scoring affair.

That overwhelming defence is also a great reason to go 'no' on the Both teams to score market.

👉 Our prediction is: Draw

Who wins this match between Rot-Weiss Essen and Waldhof Mannheim? For us, it's too close to call, so a draw is the best betting option for this match.

After taking into account the strengths and weaknesses of both sides, including recent form, it is clear that the most likely outcome is that the match ends with no winner.

Rot-Weiss Essen preview

Rot-Weiss Essen heads into the match with the following record in the 3. Liga: in 26 matches, Rot-Weiss Essen secured 11 victories, 10 draws, and 5 losses, maintaining an average of 1.65 points per game.

Taking a broader look at Rot-Weiss Essen's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 11 victories so far.

Rot-Weiss Essen has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 50 goals, of which 50 were scored in the 3. Liga, resulting in an average of 1.92 goals per game.

Individually, the standout performer is Marek Janssen, who has found the back of the net 8 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Kaito Mizuta has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 7 assists.

On the defensive side, Rot-Weiss Essen has conceded 44 goals in the 3. Liga (an average of 1.69 per game) and 45 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.67 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.

Waldhof Mannheim preview

Waldhof Mannheim comes into the game with 26 matches played so far in the 3. Liga. They have secured 12 victories, 3 draws, and 11 losses, maintaining an average of 1.5 points per game in the competition.

Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 12 wins, 3 draws, and 11 losses.

Waldhof Mannheim's attack has been highly effective, scoring 43 goals during this period. Of that total, 43 were netted in the 3. Liga, with an average of 1.65 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.65.

Waldhof Mannheim's offensive system is led by Felix Lohkemper, the team's top scorer this season. The german forward has found the back of the net 10 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Arianit Ferati. The midfielder has contributed with 8 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 47 goals with an average of 1.81 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 47 goals in 26 matches, averaging 1.81 per match.

Head to head: Rot-Weiss Essen vs Waldhof Mannheim

Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.

Home Team

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Rot-Weiss Essen

Germany - 3. Liga

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L L W D D

1.65

Home W D W W D

1.92

Away L L D D D

1.38

Away Team

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Waldhof Mannheim

Germany - 3. Liga

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W L D W W

1.5

Home W W L D W

1.77

Away L D W L L

1.23

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Published on 2 March 2026, at 03:15 Last updated on 2 March 2026, at 03:15
Author: Amauri Barbosa

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