Match Overview
Hansa Rostock and Saarbrücken face off in a 3. Liga match that could be pivotal in the race for promotion. With both teams showing similar form and statistics, this encounter at Ostseestadion is set to be a closely contested affair.
Odds Analysis
- Home Win Odds: 2.37
- Draw Odds: 3.31
- Away Win Odds: 2.93
The odds suggest a balanced match, with Hansa Rostock slightly favored due to home advantage. The probability of a home win stands at approximately 42.2%, while a draw is at 30.2%, and an away win at 34.1%. Given these odds, a draw or a narrow victory for either side seems likely.
Team Analysis
Hansa Rostock
- Current Form: Average goals per match: 1.43, Conceded goals: 1.25
- Strengths: Strong dribbling with 15.89 successful dribbles per match, solid possession at 50.21%
- Weaknesses: Vulnerable to dangerous own half losses (6.61 per match)
Saarbrücken
- Current Form: Average goals per match: 1.48, Conceded goals: 1.14
- Strengths: High expected goals (1.72), effective passing with 314.52 successful passes per match
- Weaknesses: Slightly lower successful duels (105.93)
Head-to-Head
Both teams have shown similar performance metrics this season, making head-to-head statistics crucial. Historically, matches between these sides have been tightly contested, often resulting in draws or narrow victories.
Tactical Approaches
Hansa Rostock may focus on exploiting their dribbling and possession strengths, while Saarbrücken could leverage their passing accuracy and expected goals to create scoring opportunities.
Key Players Spotlight
Hansa Rostock
- Sigurd Haugen: Top scorer with 8 goals, crucial in offensive plays
- Ahmet Gürleyen: Defensive stalwart with 125.51 points
Saarbrücken
- Kai Brünker: Leading scorer with 7 goals, pivotal in attack
- Patrick Sontheimer: Key midfielder with 147.6 points
Statistical Deep Dive
- Offensive Metrics: Saarbrücken slightly edges Hansa Rostock in shots per match (13.21 vs 12.57)
- Defensive Metrics: Both teams average around 3 goalkeeper saves per match, indicating solid defensive setups
- Possession and Passing: Saarbrücken's higher successful passes (314.52) could be a decisive factor
Prediction and Conclusion
Based on the data, this match is likely to be closely contested, with both teams having the potential to secure a win. Key factors will include Hansa Rostock's dribbling and Saarbrücken's passing efficiency. A draw seems a plausible outcome, but a narrow victory for either side cannot be ruled out.
Final Score Prediction: 1-1 Half Time Score Prediction: 0-0 Both Teams to Score Probability: 53% Over 2.5 Goals Probability: 45%