Our Predictions
Bet365 odds favor a home victory at 1.73. Both teams tend to be cautious lately, and low scoring games are common for St. Pauli, especially at home. Bochum’s away form shows they struggle to find the net, making a low-scoring home win a sensible pick.
While odds for a draw are higher, recent results show both teams can find the net on occasion. Given their defensive slips and occasional attacking sparks, a high-scoring draw isn’t out of the question—especially if Bochum tries to attack more to avoid relegation.
Bet365 suggests Bochum as the outsider, but with a lot riding on their desperate push. Their recent matches have seen goals at both ends. An away win with both teams scoring could happen if Bochum’s attackers finally break through or if St. Pauli’s defense lapses.
Welcome to Extratips, football fans! Today, we're diving into a key Bundesliga clash between St. Pauli and Bochum, happening live in Germany on May 17th at 13:30. While St. Pauli are sitting comfortably in 14th place with 32 points, Bochum are lurking at 18th with 22 points—their relegation battle isn't quite over yet. Odds-wise, Bet365 slants towards a home win at 1.73, but don’t overlook the 4.33 for Bochum or the 4.00 for the draw—there’s potential for a surprise. Historically, the teams’ last encounter ended in a 0-0 draw, and recent form suggests Bochum struggles away, with just one win in their last five; meanwhile, St. Pauli's home record isn't spectacular but consistent. Key strengths for St. Pauli include solid home resilience and recent defensive improvements, but their finishing can be inconsistent. Bochum, on the other hand, show flashes of attacking danger but leak too many goals. With injuries or squad rotations unlikely to make a big splash, the game could hinge on set-pieces and defensive focus. Expect a tense clash—possibly low-scoring, with home advantage playing a role. Watch for a tight, tactical battle with limited goals, but check out the potential for a home win or a goal-fest with both teams scoring. It’s a fascinating duel—who will edge it? Read on for my predictions!