When: 18:30
Where: Germany. 2nd Bundesliga

Schalke 04
Schalke 04 currently stands in 13th place with 38 points from 31 games. The negative goal difference of -5 (51:56) highlights defensive weaknesses visible in their play. In the last five matches, they have only managed one win, plus two draws and two losses. With an average total of 3.45 goals per game, the encounters show a high number of goals. Schalke scores an average of 1.65 goals but concedes 1.81 goals. The team shows a committed playing style at home but struggles with defensive problems and insufficient organization when losing the ball. This makes their own goal vulnerable, especially with the upcoming injury and suspension issues.

Paderborn
Paderborn occupies 5th place with 49 points and a positive goal difference of +10 (52:42). They score an average of 1.68 goals and concede fewer goals than Schalke, with 1.35 goals against. 71% of their matches end with both teams scoring, although they keep more clean sheets than Schalke. Recent performances show some instability with only one win in the last five games. The offensive threat remains through good wing attacks, but they show difficulties against organized defensive lines. Away from home, Paderborn is somewhat less confident than at home, but overall form remains solid.

Injuries
Schalke 04 have significant absences: Derry Murkin, Lino Tempelmann, Kenan Karaman (key player in attack), Dominick Drexler, Aris Bayindir, Loris Karius, and Ralf Faehrmann are injured or suspended. Particularly painful are the loss of an important striker and the absence of both main goalkeepers. Paderborn has to do without Ilyas Ansah and Santiago Castaneda (important midfield or defense players) due to suspensions and Felix Platte due to injury. The injury situation weighs more heavily on Schalke, especially in offense and goalkeeping.

Head-to-Head
The recent clashes between Schalke 04 and Paderborn have been high-scoring: 4:2, 3:3, and 3:1 in the last three games clearly demonstrate this. Only one match ended with one or both teams failing to score. The encounters are characterized by open, offensive games with many goals, supporting the expectation of another high-scoring match.

Match Prediction
The combination of the current injury situation, defensive vulnerabilities especially at Schalke 04, the frequent goal flooding in recent direct encounters, and the playing style of both teams suggests an open exchange with many goals. Schalke will play at home with a lot of effort and try to make offensive marks—despite defensive weaknesses. Paderborn brings good attacking quality, even if their form has fluctuated recently. Based on statistics and past outcomes, the bet on over 2.5 goals appears very logical and promising.

My tip: Over 2.5 goals (1.53)

When: 20:30
Where: Germany. Bundesliga

Heidenheim
Heidenheim is in 16th place in the table, which means participation in the relegation matches. With 25 points from 31 games and a goal difference of -27 (33 goals scored, 60 conceded), the team shows major defensive problems. The last five matches revealed a mix of two wins and three losses, indicating some inconsistency. Heidenheim plays boldly at home and often relies on wing play with many crosses, but has difficulties with finishing quality and concedes too much at the back.

Bochum
Bochum is last, in 18th place with only 19 points from 31 games and similarly negative statistics: 29 goals scored and 64 conceded, reflecting the weakest defense in the league. The team's form is disastrous with just one draw and four losses in the last five games; in addition, there is a lack of tactical structure and offensive potency. Especially away, Bochum appears discouraged and often falls apart under pressure.

Injuries
Heidenheim has to do without Budu Zivzivadze, who has problems with his collateral ligament but is not a key player. Bochum is missing Koji Miyoshi due to a muscle fiber tear, which also limits attacking options but does not lead to a significant change in tactical approach.

Head-to-Head
The direct encounters between Heidenheim and Bochum are not numerous and mostly older. In the current Bundesliga season, both matches ended in draws (0-0 and 1-1). In the DFB-Pokal and 2. Bundesliga, Bochum has recently had the edge. Overall, the matches are often characterized by cautious, defensive play with few goals.

Match Prediction
Given the offensive and defensive difficulties of both teams and the fact that Heidenheim is somewhat more stable at home, an open but low-scoring match is expected. The teams are in a decisive phase fighting against relegation, which underlines the caution. Despite Heidenheim's lack of consistency, the double chance on their non-defeat is a safe bet. However, the explicit recommendation is to bet on "Under 3.5 Goals," since the previous direct encounters and the defensive organization of both teams hardly predict a high-scoring encounter. The odds of 1.40 also make this bet very attractive.

My Tip: Under 3.5 Goals (1.40)

When: 20:45
Where: France. Ligue 1

Nice
Nice currently holds 6th place in the table with 54 points from 31 games. With a goal difference of 59:39, the team shows strong offensive performance, which is also highlighted by the high average of 3.16 goals per game in matches involving Nice. Particularly impressive is the 74% rate for "Both Teams to Score," indicating an offensive, open style of play. Nice often relies on fast counterattacks and can put a lot of pressure on the opponent through quick attacks. Defensively, there are occasional weaknesses, especially on fast counters down the wings. Form is somewhat mixed – in the last five games they recorded two wins, one draw, and two losses.

Reims
Reims is in 13th place with 33 points and a negative goal difference of 32:42. The team is rather pragmatic and defensively oriented, which is also reflected in the lower average of 2.39 goals per game. The share of matches with "Both Teams to Score" is 48%, indicating less open games. Reims’ offense is less effective, scoring on average only 1.03 goals per game. However, the team has recently gained form and secured three wins from five games. Defensively, there is still room for improvement, especially in organization against high pressure and the final pass in attack.

Injuries
Both teams have to cope with injury-related absences. Nice is missing Mohamed Abdelmonem (cruciate ligament injury) and Tanguy Ndombélé (pelvic injury), weakening both defense and midfield. Reims must do without Reda Khadra (cruciate ligament injury), Mohamed Daramy (knee injury), and Yaya Fofana (shin injury), which primarily limits offensive options.

Head-to-Head
In the last five encounters between Nice and Reims, there were two wins for Nice along with three draws. Reims has not managed to win in this period. The last match in January 2025 ended with a high-scoring 4:2 victory for Nice. Earlier games were often tight and low-scoring, but recent developments with new goal records indicate a more offensive style. The statistics showing a high scoring rate for Nice also suggest more goals in this game.

Match Prediction
Nice comes in as clear favorite at home and is expected to dominate the match. The team shows strong offensive qualities and aims to keep its chances for European competition qualification alive. While Nice tends to score goals, Reims has recently achieved good results but remains defensively vulnerable. With the home advantage and higher squad quality, we expect Nice to win the game. The odds of 1.43 for a Nice win underline this assessment. Additionally, the high probability that both teams will score supports this, but the safest bet is a home win for Nice.

My Tip: Win Nice (1.43)

When: 21:00
Where: Spain. Primera División

Rayo Vallecano
Rayo Vallecano currently sits in 11th place in La Liga with 41 points from 33 matches. The offensive performance averages 1.06 goals per game, while the defense shows weaknesses conceding 1.27 goals per match. In the last five games, the team has achieved only one win, one draw, and suffered three losses, indicating unstable form. The squad prioritizes fast wingers and high pressing but frequently struggles to create real chances in the final attacking phase.

Getafe
Getafe is ranked 12th with 39 points and impresses mainly through a solid defense that concedes only 0.91 goals per game on average. With 31 goals scored, the team is less productive offensively. In the latest five matches, Getafe recorded one win and four losses, reflecting weak form. Their playing style is highly defensive, featuring a compact backline and a strategy to control the tempo while relying on counterattacks or set pieces.

Injuries
Rayo Vallecano is missing Abdul Mumin due to a knee injury, though he is not considered absolutely indispensable. Getafe reportedly has no injured players, which supports their defensive stability.

Head-to-Head
The last five La Liga meetings between Rayo Vallecano and Getafe have been marked by defensive caution and ended in four draws, three of which were 0-0. Only one match was won by Rayo with a 2-0 scoreline. This record suggests very low-scoring games dominated by defense.

Game Prediction
Due to Getafe’s defensive style of play and the historically low-scoring clashes between the two teams, a match with few goals is to be expected. While Rayo Vallecano seeks offensive opportunities, they struggle to overcome Getafe’s defense in the final phase. The statistics and playing styles support the expectation of a low-scoring game. Therefore, the bet on Under 2.5 goals with odds of 1.40 is the best choice for this encounter.

My tip: Under 2.5 goals (1.40)

When: 19:00
Where: Turkey. Süper Lig

Antalyaspor
Antalyaspor currently occupies 13th place. After 31 matches, they collected 40 points. They scored 34 goals but conceded a full 55 goals. The goal difference of -21 highlights significant weaknesses in defense. On average, they allow 1.77 goals per match, which is like an open barn door for a league like this. In the last five games, there were two wins, one draw, and two losses. Offensively, they strive with an average of 1.1 goals scored, but defensively they struggle greatly. Nearly 60% of their matches end with more than 2.5 goals, 84% surpass the 1.5-goal mark. This often indicates high-scoring encounters, as they try to make offensive impacts themselves but are vulnerable at the back.

Konyaspor
Konyaspor stands in 9th place with 43 points after 32 matches. They scored 41 goals and conceded 44, resulting in a much more balanced goal difference of -3. Defensively, they are more stable, conceding on average 1.38 goals. Additionally, they kept a clean sheet in 19% of the games, a big difference compared to Antalyaspor’s mere 3%. In the last five encounters, they celebrated four wins and recorded only one loss. Their games less frequently exceed the 2.5-goal mark compared to Antalyaspor, but they are more often responsible for results over 3.5 goals, suggesting controlled but sometimes open play.

Injuries
Both teams are struggling with absences. Antalyaspor has to do without Guray Vural and Erdal Rakip due to suspensions, and in addition, long-term injured players Emre Uzun and Erdogan Yesilyurt are missing. Konyaspor is also missing Rishedli Bazur and Adil Demirbag due to injuries; muscle issues plague Daniel Aleksic and Emmanuel Boateng. Muhammed Tasci is sidelined with a cruciate ligament tear, and Hamidou Keita is absent for personal reasons. These injuries can particularly affect the defensive and central midfield play.

Head-to-head meetings
The direct duel history between Antalyaspor and Konyaspor is extraordinary. The last five encounters all ended exactly 1-1. This pattern seems almost mystical and suggests mutual neutralization where both teams share the game and each scores just one goal. This trend strongly indicates that the upcoming match will be characterized by tight, balanced actions without clear dominance by either side.

Match prediction
Considering Konyaspor’s current form with four strong wins and the home atmosphere for Antalyaspor, an exciting duel emerges. Antalyaspor’s weak defense will find it hard to break through Konyaspor’s solid backline. Additionally, the magical series of five 1-1 draws and the low probability of more than 2.5 goals point towards a rather low-scoring game. Antalyaspor will do everything to at least avoid defeat, especially since bookmakers put greater weight on the home advantage. Despite the visitors’ better form, many things speak for another tight game with low outcome risk. Therefore, we expressly recommend the double chance bet on Antalyaspor, which with odds of 1.40 offers good value potential.

My tip: Double chance Antalyaspor (1.40)

When: 17:00
Where: Finland. Veikkausliiga

KTP Kotka
KTP Kotka currently occupies 8th place in the table and hovers rather in the lower mid-table. In the last four games, they earned 4 points through one win, one draw, and two losses. Offensively, they showed effort with 5 goals scored, but defensively it is a disaster: 10 goals conceded means an average of 2.5 goals against per game. The team often displays open games without tactical discipline, reflected in many conceded goals. At home, they might feel somewhat safer, but their defense is vulnerable and allows many opportunities for the opponent.

Oulu
Oulu is in 12th and last place of the Veikkausliiga, having not collected any points so far. After five consecutive losses, motivation is certainly low, yet the team does score goals (6 in 5 games), but has the worst defense in the league with 14 goals conceded, averaging 2.8 per game. Their games are very high-scoring as the defense often breaks down and applies little to no organized pressure on the opponent. Despite higher squad values, they fail to effectively stabilize defense or offense.

Injuries
Currently, there is no specific information on injured or suspended players for KTP Kotka and Oulu, so we have to count on the existing squads.

Head-to-Head
There are no current or relevant data on direct encounters between KTP Kotka and Oulu, so no prediction can be derived from that.

Game Prediction
Both teams often show high-scoring games due to their weak defensive performances. Statistics and current form clearly suggest many goals on both sides. However, the defenses of both teams are so vulnerable that despite offensive efforts, the gameplay mostly turns into chaos with easy goals on both sides. Nevertheless, the previous goal numbers from KTP and Oulu indicate that the total number of goals in this game will not be extremely high. The best recommendation is therefore a bet on Under 3.5 Goals with odds of 1.48, as it realistically reflects the match development: there will be goals, but most likely not many more than three.

My tip: Under 3.5 Goals (1.48)