Mainz vs Bayern Munich Preview, prediction, injury news & lineups | Bundesliga 2026-27

The previous outing between these clubs ended in favour of the Bavarians!

Mainz 05 are going to lock horns with Bayern Munich in the matchweek 9 contest of the Bundesliga 2026-27 campaign. The MEWA ARENA is all set to witness this entertaining outing.

Mainz 05 are currently struggling at the moment. They have been knocked out of the DFB Pokal and are now on a three-match losing streak. The Urs Fischer-led side are all set for a tough outing in their next league game.

With three wins in eight games, they are in ninth place on the points table. Die Nullfünfer are going to be at home for their upcoming outing and must use it to their advantage. Also, they must not allow their opponents to have many chances.

Bayern Munich are still undefeated in the ongoing campaign of the Bundesliga. They were held to a 2-2 draw by Borussia Dortmund in their recent league outing. They then went on to secure a 2-0 victory against Atlético Madrid in the Champions League.

Vincent Kompany’s men are still in the top spot with five wins in their first eight German top-division matches. The Bavarians will be looking to extend their positive run of form. Despite being away from home, they will be full of confidence.

Kick-off:

• Location: Mainz, Germany
• Stadium: MEWA ARENA
• Date: Saturday, November 7
• Kick-off Time: 08:00 pm IST/ 02:30 pm GMT/ 10:30 am ET/ 07:30 am PT
• Referee: Robert Schroder
• VAR: In use

Form:

Mainz: L-W-L-L-L

Bayern: D-W-W-D-W

Players to Watch

Benedict Hollerbach (Mainz)

Benedict Hollerbach is all set to play a crucial role in the attacking front for Mainz 05. He was the sole goalscorer for his side in their 1-4 loss against Elversberg. The 25-year-old will be, once again, looking to step up his game so that he can help his side stand a chance against the Bavarians.

Michael Olise (Bayern Munich)

Despite failing to score a goal against Atlético Madrid in the Champions League, he was one of the most consistent players for Bayern Munich on the attacking front. Michael Olise completed the most dribbles (4) and created the joint-most chances (3). The 24-year-old can create plays and is more than capable of scoring goals.

He is going to cause serious trouble for the opponent’s defence.

Match Facts

• Mainz 05 are on a five-match losing run.
• Bayern Munich are undefeated in the Bundesliga this season.
• Only one of the last five outings between these clubs ended in a draw.

Betting Tips & Odds

• Bayern Munich to win @10/29 Unibet
• Harry Kane to score @11/21 Unibet
• Goals over 3.5 @3/5 Unibet

Injury and Team News

Mainz 05 will be without the services of Dominik Kohr, Otto Ruoppi and Silas Katompa Mvumpa due to their injuries. Stefan Posch and Phillipp Mwene are suspended.

Jamal Musiala, Luis Diaz, Serge Gnabry and Ismael Saibari are not going to be in action for Bayern Munich. They are injured. Bara Ndiaye is back in training.

Head-to-Head

Matches played: 44

Mainz (wins): 8

Bayern (wins): 32

Draws: 4

Predicted Lineups

Mainz predicted XI (3-5-2)

Zentner (GK); Da Costa, Bell, Potulski; Widmer, Nebel, Sano, Amiri, Caci; Hollerbach, Tietz

Bayern predicted XI (4-2-3-1)

Neuer (GK); Laimer, Upamecano, Tah, Brown; Kimmich, Pavlovic; Olise, Karl, Davies; Kane

Match Prediction

Mainz 05 are currently struggling and are going to be under pressure despite being at home. With their superior squad quality and current run of form, Bayern Munich will be confident.

Vincent Kompany’s men might come out on top and secure three points.

Prediction: Mainz 1-4 Bayern Munich

Telecast Details

India: Zee5, Unite8 Sports

Germany: Sky Deutschland, DAZN

UK: Sky Sports, Amazon Prime Video, BBC

USA: USA Networks, Peacock

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