Match Analysis: 1. FC Heidenheim vs Elversberg – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-05-22
- Time: 6:30 PM UTC
- Location: Voith-Arena, Heidenheim an der Brenz, Germany
Game Overview
This Bundesliga relegation/promotion playoff first leg features 1. FC Heidenheim hosting SV 07 Elversberg at Voith-Arena. Heidenheim has struggled at home this season with 12 losses in 17 matches, while Elversberg arrives with recent good form, including 8 consecutive matches without loss across all competitions. The matchup is balanced historically with recent head-to-heads featuring a 50% draw rate.
Key Factors to Consider
- Heidenheim has struggled to consistently perform at home, winning only 1 of their last 10 home games in all competitions and averaging 0.76 goals per home league game. Elversberg has been resilient away, managing 3 draws in their last 6 away matches and maintaining an 8-game unbeaten streak.
- Recent encounters between the two teams show a balanced record with 50% of their last 2 matches ending in draws, indicating a tight competitive history without a dominant side.
- No specific injury updates are available from current data.
- The match is played at Heidenheim's home ground with mild weather around 69°F, which should not notably affect playing conditions.
- Both teams are highly motivated; Heidenheim aims to avoid relegation while Elversberg looks to secure promotion after a strong season finish, including a notable victory against Schalke.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | home: 1.2, away: 2.05, draw: 2.4 | Home Win | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
| Spread | home: -0.25 -108, away: +25 -112 | Home -0.25 | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
| Over/under | over: 2.5 -122, under: 2.5 102 | Under 2.5 goals | ★★★☆☆ 58% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | 1. FC Heidenheim 80% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 2.5 17% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: 1. FC Heidenheim at 80% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 33.4% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Given Heidenheim's home advantage but poor home form and Elversberg's solid recent unbeaten run, a narrow win for Heidenheim is expected but a draw is also plausible.
Predicted Score: 1-0