Bundesliga Gameweek 3
FSV Mainz 05 vs NS Eintracht Frankfurt
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Futmetrix Verdict
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⚡ Form
70
⚖️ Balance
80
🏆 Stakes
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⭐ Stars
89
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Sanfrecce Hiroshima
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59
⚖️ Balance
63
🏆 Stakes
67
⭐ Stars
92
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⚡ Form
46
⚖️ Balance
100
🏆 Stakes
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⭐ Stars
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Early points in the survival race.
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/09/2025 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 1 - 0 | FSV Mainz 05 | Bundesliga | Deutsche Bank Park |
| 05/04/2025 | FSV Mainz 05 | 1 - 1 | Eintracht Frankfurt | Bundesliga | MEWA ARENA |
| 12/21/2024 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 1 - 3 | FSV Mainz 05 | Bundesliga | Deutsche Bank Park |
| 01/26/2024 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 1 - 0 | FSV Mainz 05 | Bundesliga | Frankfurt Arena |
| 08/27/2023 | FSV Mainz 05 | 1 - 1 | Eintracht Frankfurt | Bundesliga | MEWA ARENA |
| 05/13/2023 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 3 - 0 | FSV Mainz 05 | Bundesliga | Deutsche Bank Park |
11/09/2025
05/04/2025
12/21/2024
01/26/2024
08/27/2023
05/13/2023
FSV Mainz 05 Win
Eintracht Frankfurt Win
Draw
League Standings
League Standings
P: 1 GD: +4
P: 1 GD: +3
P: 1 GD: +3
P: 1 GD: +2
P: 1 GD: +1
P: 1 GD: +1
P: 1 GD: 0
P: 1 GD: 0
P: 1 GD: 0
P: 1 GD: -1
P: 1 GD: -1
P: 1 GD: -2
P: 1 GD: -3
P: 1 GD: -3
P: 1 GD: -3
Match Preview
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FSV Mainz 05
Eintracht Frankfurt
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
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Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 94/100. Early season rust meets local pride in a derby where neither side wants to blink first.
The Setup
A modest Stakes rating reflects the early nature of this Bundesliga campaign, but try telling that to the fans packing the Mewa Arena this September 12. FSV Mainz 05 and Eintracht Frankfurt both sit mid-table on a single point. A towering Balance rating highlights exactly how evenly matched these regional rivals are on paper. Mainz ground out a gritty, goalless draw in their opener, whilst Frankfurt were involved in a chaotic 3-3 thriller. The Form numbers are understandably muted this early in the year, but derby day adrenaline usually renders the form book useless.
Key Battle
Mainz rely heavily on the defensive know-how of D. da Costa to lock down the flank. He faces a monumental test against Frankfurt's Y. Ebnoutalib. Buoyed by a strong Stars rating, the visiting wide man has exploded out of the blocks this season, demanding constant attention and threatening to bypass the home side's defensive block entirely.
Our Prediction
Expect a physical, stop-start encounter that ultimately leans towards a stalemate. Mainz's defensive solidity will frustrate Frankfurt's explosive attackers early on. We back a 1-1 draw, with both sides settling for a hard-fought point rather than risking crushing derby heartbreak.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
You can probably skip it. Despite the derby narrative, both teams are struggling for early season rhythm, pointing towards a cagey affair.
What's the predicted outcome?
We predict a 1-1 draw. Mainz will dig in defensively, effectively neutralising Frankfurt's potent but inconsistent attacking threat.
Where are FSV Mainz 05 and Eintracht Frankfurt in the league table?
Mainz currently sit in 10th place, whilst Eintracht Frankfurt are slightly ahead in 8th position in the Bundesliga standings.
What is FSV Mainz 05's current form?
Mainz have made a slow start, grinding out a 0-0 draw in their opening fixture to sit on a single point.
Who is the in-form player to watch?
Y. Ebnoutalib of Eintracht Frankfurt is the standout, boasting 3 goals in 1 match with a stellar 9.2 average rating.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.