Mainz vs Bayern Munich Prediction: 14/12/2024

This season, Mainz is showing more promise compared to last year, when it struggled until the end to secure its position. The team has had a solid start, sitting in 9th place, just 2 points behind 5th-place Wolfsburg. Despite a narrow 4-3 loss to Wolfsburg last week, Mainz is riding high on the back of impressive wins against Dortmund (3-1), Holstein Kiel (3-0), and Hoffenheim (2-0). Jonathan Burkardt has been a key player, scoring two goals in each of the victories over Holstein Kiel and Hoffenheim, and reaching 10 goals in the Bundesliga.

On the other hand, Bayern Munich, although not yet fully dominating, seems to be on the right path to regaining the German title. With a 6-point lead over the competition after 13 matchdays, Bayern has weathered a slight dip with a draw against Borussia Dortmund and an early exit from the German Cup at the hands of Bayer Leverkusen. However, they bounced back with a 4-2 win over Heidenheim. Bayern’s top scorer, Harry Kane, is likely to miss this game, and several other key players, including Coman and Neuer, are also sidelined. Despite these absences, Bayern still has strong players like Musiala, who scored twice against Heidenheim, as well as wingers Olise and Sané.

Prediction

Mainz will be missing key players, including Vidovic and Weiper, but can rely on Burkardt’s current form. Bayern Munich, despite missing Kane and several others, will be favored but must manage with a decimated squad. Given recent trends, especially with Mainz’s home games and Bayern’s away form, the match is expected to see over 2.5 goals.

Prediction: Mainz 1-2 Bayern Munich.