Mainz 05 are at the Opel Arena for a match against Schalke this weekend. Sandro Schwarz has seen his team fall multiple points behind the top six places owing to consecutive hammerings in recent Bundesliga matches. Meanwhile, Schalke remain just outside the bottom three with Domenico Tedesco’s men showing no signs of improvement. Follow all our predictions, free bets, football bets and betting tips below. 
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1. FSV Mainz 05 vs FC Schalke 04 – Betting Tips for the game
Mainz 05 were thrashed yet again in the Bundesliga, as Wolfsburg claimed a 3-0 victory at the Volkswagen Arena. This was the third consecutive match in which Mainz 05 have conceded three or more goals.
Schalke were forced to settle for a point against Freiburg at home after being reduced to 10 men just before the half time. The game finished as a goalless draw with Freiburg also losing a man towards the end.
Schalke and Mainz 05 played out a 1-0 victory for the former in the reverse fixture at the Veltins Arena. Ironically, Schalke had picked up a similar victory in their recent visit to the Opel Arena. Our betting tips and predictions expect a success for the visitors.
1. FSV Mainz 05 vs FC Schalke 04 – Match odds
Schalke have a very strong record against Mainz 05 after managing five consecutive wins. Sandro Schwarz may have expected Mainz 05 to put up a good fight in this match, but the club’s form leading into this game has been disastrous with three consecutive losses. Even a home game does not inspire a lot of confidence for Mainz 05, who have been an inspiring of late. Schalke have also been struggling for consistency, but their excellent head-to-head record cannot be discounted. Furthermore, Domenico Tedesco’s men have also been able to pick up a strong set of away results. Our preview would pick a success for Schalke.
Mainz 05 vs Schalke draw odds: 3.30
Mainz 05 win odds: 3.00
1. FSV Mainz 05 vs FC Schalke 04 – Correct Score odds
There have been eight unanswered goals for Schalke in the last five meetings against Mainz 05, whose last goal against Schalke was back in 2016 – just over three years ago. Mainz 05’s priority will be to plug a leaky defence that has conceded 11 goals in the last three matches. Schalke have not been offensively impressive and our correct score prediction would go with the 2-0 win for the visitors.
1. FSV Mainz 05 vs FC Schalke 04 – Over/Under 2.5 Goals odds
Schalke and Mainz 05 have not been outstanding when it comes to scoring goals, and it is reflected by both teams managing just under 1.5 goals on average over the last six matches. Even with Mainz 05’s horrendous defence, our total goals prediction would stick with under 2.5 goals for this match.
1. FSV Mainz 05 vs FC Schalke 04 – First Goalscorer odds
Mark Uth has come up with a decent return of four goals in his last nine appearances for Schalke. Even though his last few months have been hampered by injuries, the forward has made a strong return to first-team action. The 27-year-old has been able to score twice in the last five matches, and he has been one of the best attacking players for Schalke. Our first goalscorer prediction would pick Mark Uth.
1. FSV Mainz 05 vs FC Schalke 04 – Free bet offers
Below we have all our free bet offers and bonuses for this weekend.
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Bet £20 get a £20 Free Bet. New players only. Qualifying bet(s) must have minimum odds of 4/5 and must be settled before triggering free bet
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£50 staggered free bet. Place your first bet and get £10 matched. After 5 bets get a free bet of up to £20 based on the average stake of your 5 bets. Then after your 10th bet, get another free bet of up to £20 based on the average stake of your last 5 bets.
Basically, to claim the free bets, place a £10 bet when you join to get £10. Then after 5 £20 bets, you get another £20. This then repeats so you can claim the final £20.
Min. odds of 1/2 (1.5) or greater required to qualify.
Recommended Bets
Schalke win at 2.40
Total goals under 2.5 at 1.85