Bochum vs Darmstadt 98: match statistics
Darmstadt 98 are showing clearly better form than Bochum, as confirmed by their excellent five-match unbeaten run (4 wins, 1 draw) and a high PPG ratio of 2.6 points per game. The visitors are 3rd in the table with a record of 9 wins, 6 draws and just 2 losses, which demonstrates their stability and team quality. Bochum, despite decent efficiency at home (50% home wins), show significantly weaker overall form with a PPG of 1.6 and a worse goal difference. A key factor is also Darmstadt's advantage in expected goals (xG For: 1.35 vs xG Against: 1.76 in away matches), suggesting their ability to create scoring chances even away from home. Taking all statistics into account, Darmstadt 98 appear to be the favorites in this match, although Bochum at home may put up resistance, hence a certain probability of a draw.
Bochum vs Darmstadt 98: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Bochum played against Darmstadt 98 in 2. Bundesliga (Germany). The game was played on January 18, 2026. Final score: 3:3.
Recent form
Bochum has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 1.60 points per game. Darmstadt 98 has 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses, with 2.20 points per game.
Scoring records
Bochum scores 1.35 goals per game and allows 1.29. Darmstadt 98 scores 1.71 and allows 1.00. Games in this league average 2.80 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 53% of Bochum's games and 53% of Darmstadt 98's. The Over 2.5 rates are 53% and 53%, compared with league averages of 53% for BTTS and 57% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Darmstadt 98 has the higher season xG average, 1.58 to 1.55 per game. Bochum takes 14.5 shots per game, while Darmstadt 98 takes 14.3.
First-half and second-half trends
Bochum leads at halftime in 29% of its games and scores 0.71 goals per game after halftime. Darmstadt 98 leads at halftime in 24% and scores 1.12 after halftime.
When the teams score
Bochum's most productive scoring window is minutes 0-15 (5 goals). For Darmstadt 98, it is minutes 46-60 (8 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
2. Bundesliga games average 2.80 goals. Both teams score in 53% of games, and 57% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 5.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Darmstadt 98 are showing clearly better form than Bochum, as confirmed by their excellent five-match unbeaten run (4 wins, 1 draw) and a high PPG ratio of 2.6 points per game. The visitors are 3rd in the table with a record of 9 wins, 6 draws and just 2 losses, which demonstrates their stability and team quality. Bochum, despite decent efficiency at home (50% home wins), show significantly weaker overall form with a PPG of 1.6 and a worse goal difference. A key factor is also Darmstadt's advantage in expected goals (xG For: 1.35 vs xG Against: 1.76 in away matches), suggesting their ability to create scoring chances even away from home. Taking all statistics into account, Darmstadt 98 appear to be the favorites in this match, although Bochum at home may put up resistance, hence a certain probability of a draw.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Bochum | Darmstadt 98 | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 28% | 37% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.33 | 0.32 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Darmstadt 98 is 38% better for: last-5 form.
1.6 pts / game - Bochum · 2.2 pts / game - Darmstadt 98
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Darmstadt 98 is 27% better for: goals scored per game.
1.35 goals / game - Bochum · 1.71 goals / game - Darmstadt 98
Darmstadt 98 is 29% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.29 goals / game - Bochum · 1 goals / game - Darmstadt 98
Bochum scores in 82% of games (14 of 17 meczów), while Darmstadt 98 keeps a clean sheet in 41% (7 of 17 meczów).
Darmstadt 98 scores in 76% of games (13 of 17 meczów), while Bochum keeps a clean sheet in 35% (6 of 17 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Bochum
Over / Under - Darmstadt 98
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Bochum is 9% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.41 pts / game - Bochum · 1.29 pts / game - Darmstadt 98
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Bochum - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 29% of games and wins 35%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.5 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Darmstadt 98 - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 24% of games and wins 53%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 80% |
| No goal | 60% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +2 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 1.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 2.0 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 40% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +2 | +2 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 0-15 (5 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): -6 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 46-60 (8 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (4). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Bochum
Darmstadt 98
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (2. Bundesliga).
Teams vs league
| Bochum | Liga | Darmstadt 98 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.65 | 2.80 | • 2.71 |
| Both teams scored | • 53% | 53% | • 53% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 53% | 57% | ▼ 53% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 35% | 26% | ▲ 41% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 59% | 66% | ▼ 53% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 82% | 84% | ▼ 76% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Bochum's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Darmstadt 98. Games average 5.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Bochum vs Darmstadt 98?
The 2. Bundesliga match finished Bochum 3:3 Darmstadt 98. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Bochum vs Darmstadt 98?
Bochum score 1.35 goals per game on average and Darmstadt 98 1.71. The 2. Bundesliga average is 2.80 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 57% of games. Both teams score in 53% of Bochum's matches and 53% of Darmstadt 98's.
What form are Bochum and Darmstadt 98 in?
Over the last 5 games Bochum have a 2-2-1 record (1.60 points per game) and Darmstadt 98 3-2-0 (2.20 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Bochum vs Darmstadt 98?
The statistical background for Bochum vs Darmstadt 98 — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.