As the Bundesliga season progresses, FSV Mainz 05 will host Borussia Mönchengladbach at the Mewa Arena on December 5, 2025. With both teams facing their respective challenges, this match promises to be crucial for both sides as they seek to improve their standings in the league.
Prediction Section
Currently, FSV Mainz 05 finds itself at the bottom of the Bundesliga table, ranked 18th with just 6 points from 12 matches (1 win, 3 draws, and 8 losses). Their goal difference stands at a troubling -12, having scored only 11 goals while conceding 23. At home, Mainz has not yet secured a victory, managing just 2 draws and suffering 4 losses in 6 matches, scoring 5 goals and conceding 10. Their recent form reflects a worrying trend with only 1 win in their last 12 games (form: LDLDL).
In stark contrast, Borussia Mönchengladbach occupies the 12th position with 13 points (3 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses). They have a negative goal difference of -3, having scored 16 goals and conceded 19. Although their away performance has not been stellar, with 2 wins and 2 losses in 5 matches, they have managed to score 9 goals and conceded 5. Their recent form is more promising with 2 wins in their last 3 matches (form: DWWWL).
Additionally, Mainz will be missing several key players for this match due to various injuries and suspensions, including M. Dal, D. Kohr, P. Nebel, and R. Zentner. This absence of crucial squad members will undoubtedly impact their performance on the field. On the other hand, Mönchengladbach also faces challenges with injuries to players like F. Chiarodia, R. Hack, and F. Honorat, but they still have a more balanced squad to draw from.
Historically, the last five encounters between these two teams have seen a mixed bag of results, with Mainz having a slight edge in their home matches. However, given the current form and squad depth, Borussia Mönchengladbach appears to be the stronger side heading into this match.
Predicted Outcome
Considering Mainz's struggles, their depleted squad, and Gladbach's relatively better form and standing, the prediction leans towards an away victory. Expect Borussia Mönchengladbach to capitalize on Mainz's defensive frailties and secure a win.
Borussia Mönchengladbach to win 2–1.
