SC Paderborn 07vsGreuther Furth

Current Form and Team Dynamics

SC Paderborn 07, currently positioned 8th in the 2. Bundesliga, has shown a commendable level of resilience and consistency this season. Despite a recent 1-2 loss to Hertha BSC, they have maintained a strong form with a winning streak of six matches and have not lost in their last seven games. Their home performance is particularly noteworthy, with three successive wins at their home ground. Key players such as Sven Michel and Felix Platte have been instrumental, although injuries and suspensions remain a concern. Meanwhile, Greuther Fürth has been struggling, with no wins in their last four games. They have recently bolstered their squad with the loan signing of striker Jannik Mause, aiming to improve their offensive capabilities.

Head-to-Head Analysis

Historically, Greuther Fürth has had the upper hand in this matchup, winning 14 out of the last 28 encounters. However, SC Paderborn 07 has shown better form in recent times. The most common result between these teams is a 1-1 draw, which has occurred six times. Last season, Greuther Fürth managed a 1-2 victory at SC Paderborn 07's home, indicating their capability to perform away. Despite this, SC Paderborn 07's current form suggests they are well-positioned to challenge this trend.

Statistical Insights

SC Paderborn 07 has been prolific in scoring, particularly between the 46th and 60th minutes, accounting for 29% of their goals. In contrast, Greuther Fürth tends to score 44% of their goals in the final 15 minutes of matches. SC Paderborn 07 has scored in each of their last six matches, while Greuther Fürth has conceded in their last nine. This suggests a high probability of both teams finding the net in the upcoming match.

Prediction and Conclusion

Given SC Paderborn 07's superior recent form and home advantage, they are likely to secure a victory against Greuther Fürth. However, considering both teams' scoring patterns and defensive vulnerabilities, it is probable that both teams will score. Therefore, the predicted outcome is a home win for SC Paderborn 07 with both teams scoring.