Preview: Mainz 05 vs Heidenheim - prediction, team news, lineups

[(1.FSV Mainz 05) Strength]:
1. Nadiem Amiri scored 3 goals for 1.FSV Mainz 05 in the Bundesliga this season, making him the top scorer of the team.
2. 1.FSV Mainz 05 were unbeaten with 1 win and 4 draws in the last 5 competitive games, revealing a rebound in form.
3. In their most recent encounter on February 17, 2025, 1.FSV Mainz 05 secured a comfortable 2-0 away victory over 1. FC Heidenheim, giving them a distinct psychological advantage heading into this match.
4. 1.FSV Mainz 05 won 3 of the last 4 competitive games in AH, performing in line with expectations.

[(1.FSV Mainz 05) Neutral]:
1. FC Augsburg forward Phillip Tietz signed a two-and-a-half-year contract with 1.FSV Mainz 05, which includes an additional one-year extension option.

[(1.FSV Mainz 05) Weakness]:
1. 1.FSV Mainz 05 have 1 win, 6 draws, and 9 losses after 16 league games this season, ranking 18th in the table, showcasing a decline in form.
2. 1.FSV Mainz 05 were winless with 3 draws and 5 losses in 8 Bundesliga home games this season, boasting poor strength.

[(1. FC Heidenheim) Strength]:
1. Stefan Schimmer scored 4 goals for 1. FC Heidenheim in this season's Bundesliga, making him the top scorer of the team.
2. 1. FC Heidenheim lost 2 of the last 3 league games in AH, revealing performances not in line with expectations.

[(1. FC Heidenheim) Weakness]:
1. 1. FC Heidenheim recorded 3 wins, 3 draws, and 10 losses in 16 league games this season, ranking 17th in the standings. Their form is poor.
2. 1. FC Heidenheim have 1 win and 6 losses in 7 away matches in this season's Bundesliga, demonstrating poor away strength.
3. 1. FC Heidenheim failed to win in the last 3 league games, with 1 draw and 2 losses.

[Tips]:
1.FSV Mainz 05 were unbeaten with 1 win and 4 draws in the last 5 competitive games, revealing a rebound in form.

Although they ranked 18th in the league table, their home momentum cannot be underestimated.

1. FC Heidenheim were winless in the last 3 Bundesliga games, ranking 17th in the standings.

Besides, the team performed weakly on the road.

With the backing of their home crowd, Mainz's motivation is unquestionable, while Heidenheim continue to be plagued by defensive lapses and a lack of offensive cohesion.

Given that Mainz triumphed in their latest head-to-head meeting, they hold the upper hand mentally.

The current AH line is -0.75 in this game, showing the strong confidence in the home side.

Following this trend, Mainz are well-positioned to secure all three points at home, providing a vital boost to their relegation survival hopes.

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