Waldhof Mannheim, currently enjoying a solid season, will host Borussia Dortmund II in a match that could have implications for their promotion aspirations. With an average of 29 matches played, Waldhof Mannheim has shown consistency, particularly in their offensive play, with a 48.28% rate of matches featuring over 2.5 goals. Their ability to score, coupled with a 51.72% rate of both teams scoring, suggests a potentially high-scoring affair.
Borussia Dortmund II, on the other hand, has also been competitive, with a slightly higher over 2.5 goals percentage at 55.17%. Their defensive vulnerabilities, however, are evident with an average of 1.48 goals conceded per match, which could be exploited by Mannheim's attacking prowess.
The head-to-head statistics favor Waldhof Mannheim, who have a slightly better possession rate and a more robust defensive setup, as indicated by their lower expected goals against (1.32) compared to Dortmund II's (1.7). Tactical approaches will be crucial, with Mannheim likely to leverage their possession and passing accuracy to control the game, while Dortmund II may rely on quick counter-attacks and set-pieces.