Bundesliga: Mainz vs Augsburg Live Stream, Preview and Prediction

It’s matchday 9 in the Bundesliga as Mainz face Augsburg at the Mewa Arena on Friday 22nd October. Mainz are winless in their last four leagues games with 3 losses and a draw after winning their first three league games. While Augsburg are struggling to get out of the relegation zone and are 16th in the table with 6 points so far.

Mainz vs Augsburg: Preview

Mainz once again failed to register any points as they were beaten 3-1 by Borussia Dortmund at the weekend. Dortmund captain Marco Reus scored in the 3rd minute to give his side the lead. The hosts went into halftime with a 1-0 lead. However Mainz defender Silvan Widmer hand ball was checked by the VAR and Dortmund were awarded a penalty which Erling Haaland successfully converted from the spot.

Mainz did manage to pull one back Jonathan Burkardt scored in the 87th minute after a poor clearance by Dortmund goalkeeper Kobel. The hosts had the final say as Erling Haaland made it 3-1 in the stoppage time to hand Mainz their third loss in as many games. Mainz are in 11th place with 10 points registered so far.

Augsburg played out a 1-1 draw against Arminia Bielefeld. The early pressure from the hosts paid off as they took the lead in 19th after Reece Oxford from a corner kick delivered by Caligiuri. Augsburg were impressive throughout first half and also had the lead at the break. However Frank Kramer made some changes at halftime and as a result saw his side draw level after a great volley by Jacob Laursen in the 77th minute.

Mainz vs Augsburg: Venue

Mainz will Augsburg at the Mewa Arena in Mainz, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. It is also known as the Mainz Arena. It was formerly known as the Opel Arena. It is the home Mainz since 2011 and has a total capacity of 34,000 seats.

Mainz vs Augsburg: Match Timings

Mainz vs Augsburg: Prediction

Mainz have been inconsistent in front of goal lately as a result of not being able to create decent enough chances for themselves. Augsburg on the other hand failed to capitalise on a chance to climb out of the relegation spot with a win against Arminia. However we predict a draw in this game as both teams have been inconsistent in their recent league games.

Mainz vs Augsburg: Live Stream

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