Borussia Dortmund enters this match with a strong home advantage, reflected in their odds of 1.72 for a win. Their impressive possession rate of 61.96% and average goals of 1.79 per match highlight their offensive prowess. Dortmund's ability to maintain pressure with 12.79 shots per game and a high successful dribble rate of 21.42 further emphasizes their attacking strength. However, their defense, conceding 1.58 goals per match, remains a concern.
Mainz 05, with odds of 4.23, faces a challenging task against Dortmund. Despite a lower possession rate of 48.64%, Mainz's defensive solidity is evident with only 1.04 goals conceded per match. Their ability to intercept and clear the ball, averaging 45.96 interceptions and 5.24 clearances, will be crucial in countering Dortmund's attacks.
Head-to-head statistics favor Dortmund, who have historically performed well against Mainz. Tactical approaches will likely see Dortmund leveraging their offensive capabilities, while Mainz focuses on a structured defense and quick counter-attacks.