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Mainz vs Union Berlin – Predictions, Odds & Betting tips 14/08/2022
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Bookmaker ratings: Prediction one: Union Berlin double chance – 1.67
Bookmaker ratings: Prediction two: Total goals over 2.5 – 2.05
Union Berlin double chance
Both teams started new campaign on a high note and will be looking to continue that streak.
Union Berlin claimed four victories in the last six meetings against Mainz, losing just once.
Meanwhile, the hosts have a second-lower win rate against Union Berlin (17% – W1, D1, L4) in Bundesliga h2hs amongst the current teams.
Total goals over 2.5
Union have scored more Bundesliga goals against Mainz than any other side (13 times). At the same time, more than 2.5 goals have been scored in Mainz’s last league 5 games.
Preliminary review and match prediction for Mainz vs Union Berlin
Mainz kicked off their new Bundesliga campaign with a hard fought 2:1 victory over Bochum, to pick up an away win on the opening weekend of the season for the first time in their history.
The 05ers forward Karim Onisiwu was the man of the match, as he scored both goals. Meanwhile, Mainz extended their undefeated run in Bundesliga to four matches with this win.
Three points on the road on MD1 😍
For the first time in our Bundesliga history, we picked up an away win on the opening weekend of the season! 🚌#Mainz05 #BOCM05 pic.twitter.com/DT7yhLg09h
— Mainz 05 English (@Mainz05en) August 7, 2022
On the other hand, Union Berlin eased past neighbours Hertha Berlin 3-1 in the city derby to start their Bundesliga campaign with a satisfying win.
Since making their first ever Bundesliga appearance in the 2019/20 season, the Iron Ones have secured back-to-back European football appearances. The last-season success secured a fifth-placed finish for Union as well as entry to the UEFA Europa League next season.
Match Facts
- Berlin outfit have won 7 of their previous 8 league matches
- There have been over 2.5 goals scored in Mainz’s last 5 fixtures in Bundesliga
Head to Head
- BUN: Union Berlin 3:1 Mainz (26/02/2022)
- BUN: Mainz 1:2 Union Berlin (03/10/2022)
- BUN: Mainz 1:0 Union Berlin (06/02/2021)
Team News
For the hosts, there are no major injuries to worry about.
Good morning Unioner. Don't forget that today from 12pm you can apply for the draw for Europa League tickets. https://t.co/83XieI9GLR
— 1. FC Union Berlin (English) (@fcunion_en) August 12, 2022
Meanwhile, Timo Baumgartl has started training again after his testicular cancer operation.
Predicted lineups
Mainz: Zentner; Hack, Bell, Leitsch, Kohr, Stach, Fernandes, Martin, Fulgini, Lee, Onisiwo
Union Berlin: Ronnow; Knoche, Jaeckel, Leite, Khedira, Haraguchi, Ryerson, Haberer, Trimmel, Siebatcheu, Becker
Safe Bet
If you are looking for safe bets, you can try “Union total goals over 0.5” outcome. This bet has odds of 1.40 at 22Bet.
Get Quick Rich
The visitors have been winning at both half time and full time in 5 of their previous 7 league matches. Thus, we will back “Union to win both halves” outcome for a quick profit bet. This bet has odds of 13 at 22Bet.
Most popular FAQ for Mainz vs Union Berlin
Who won the last meeting between these clubs?
The last match between these teams ended in a 3:1 win for Union Berlin in February 2022.
Where will this fixture be played?
This fixture will be played at Mewa Arena
Where to watch?
Sky Sport Bundesliga 1
Which bookmaker has the best odds for this game?
We recommend checking out the odds at 22Bet for Mainz vs Union Berlin
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