FSV Mainz 05 vs Werder Bremen prediction, odds and how to watch

Werder Bremen controlled 61% of possession and put 11 shots on target but could not hold on, as Paderborn levelled twice to earn a 2-2 draw at the Weserstadion. Niclas Füllkrug scored both Bremen goals yet it was not enough.

Phillip Tietz's 24th-minute finish was enough for FSV Mainz 05 to take all three points at Schalke 04, with the visitors holding firm despite Schalke dominating possession and creating more chances across the ninety minutes.

Bayer Leverkusen survived a frantic second-half comeback from FSV Mainz 05 to win 4-3 in a Bundesliga match that had everything. Anthony Caci's first-half brace gave Mainz hope, but Leverkusen's clinical early start proved the difference.

Borussia Dortmund dominated for 90 minutes, led twice, and still could not win. Niclas Füllkrug's stoppage-time header made it 2-2 and Werder Bremen left with a point they barely deserved.

FSV Mainz 05 come into Saturday's Bundesliga clash with goals in their boots and genuine belief at home. Werder Bremen have not lost in five matches but have not kept a clean sheet either. Something has to give.

VfB Stuttgart head into Saturday's Bundesliga clash with three losses in their last five matches. Werder Bremen arrive having scored in every single game across their last five outings.

FSV Mainz 05 host Bayern München on Saturday carrying a worrying injury list and inconsistent form. The visitors arrive unbeaten in their last five Bundesliga matches and will fancy their chances.

Elversberg host FSV Mainz 05 on Friday night in a Bundesliga fixture that pits a leaky but dangerous home side against visitors who have been scoring freely and keeping clean sheets. Something has to give.