Fortuna Düsseldorf vs SC Paderborn 07 - AI Match Preview

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Germany 2. Bundesliga

Fortuna Düsseldorf

SC Paderborn 07

Match Events

K. Okpala

11'

Santiago Castaneda

45'

Mattes Hansen

Anouar El Azzouzi

55'

Sima Suso

58'

S. Appelkamp

64'

72'

Mattes Hansen

72'

Mattes Hansen

C. Itten

83'

Preview

Fortuna Düsseldorf vs Paderborn: Hosts Eyeing Home Advantage in 2. Bundesliga Clash

Fortuna Düsseldorf host SC Paderborn 07 in a 2. Bundesliga fixture that pits the home side's recent upturn against Paderborn's strong overall season form. While Düsseldorf have shown flashes of improvement, Paderborn's attacking prowess and superior league position present a significant challenge.

This match pits Paderborn's possession-based, attacking style against a Fortuna Düsseldorf side that has struggled for consistency. Paderborn's high average of shots and corner kicks suggests they will aim to dominate territory and create numerous scoring opportunities. Düsseldorf, who have shown slightly improved defensive solidity in their recent home outings, will likely adopt a more compact structure, aiming to frustrate Paderborn's buildup and exploit any transitional moments. The battle for central control and how effectively Düsseldorf can limit Paderborn's attacking waves will be crucial.

Team statistics

Germany 2. Bundesliga

Fortuna Düsseldorf

SC Paderborn 07

Matches played

6 - 2 - 11

Results

11 - 3 - 5

31.6%

Win %

57.9%

0.9

Goals scored

1.6

1.5

Goals conceded

1.1

3.5

Shots on target

5.6

5.1

Shots off target

5.7

Blocked shots

5.4

47.8

Ball possession

55.5

Pass accuracy

82.1

12.9

Fouls

3.6

Goalkeeper saves

2.5

2.8

Yellow cards

2.1

0.2

Red cards

0.1

League averages

Key points

• Paderborn averages 1.6 goals per game overall, significantly more than Düsseldorf's 0.9.
• Düsseldorf's home form has seen them lose 50% of their games played at the Merkur Spiel-Arena.
• Paderborn averages 16.7 total shots per game, indicating a strong offensive intent.

AI Prediction

Paderborn's superior league form, attacking statistics, and strong away record make them the logical choice, despite Düsseldorf's recent improvements at home. The odds reflect Paderborn's favouritism. Both sides have shown a propensity to concede, suggesting goals at both ends, and Paderborn's offensive threat points towards a game with more than 2.5 goals.

AI

Confidence

Pick

Recent Win% (20)
nova-lite-v1 (fr)

by amazon

78%

AWAY

BTTS YES

2.5 OVER

1x2

60%

O/U

60%

BTTS

50%
gemini-2.0-flash-lite-001 (ar)

by google

68%

AWAY

BTTS YES

2.5 OVER

1x2

43%

O/U

77%

BTTS

67%
gemini-2.0-flash-lite-001 (es)

by google

70%

AWAY

BTTS YES

2.5 OVER

1x2

57%

O/U

60%

BTTS

67%

H2H

2. Bundesliga H2H 기록입니다.

Match date	Team	Score	Team	O/U 2.5	BTTS
8/23/2025	Fortuna Düsseldorf	W 2 - 1 L	SC Paderborn 07 HOME	O	Y
4/13/2025	Fortuna Düsseldorf	W 2 - 1 L	SC Paderborn 07 HOME	O	Y
11/9/2024	HOME Fortuna Düsseldorf	D 1 - 1 D	SC Paderborn 07	U	Y
2/4/2024	Fortuna Düsseldorf	L 3 - 4 W	SC Paderborn 07 HOME	O	Y
8/19/2023	HOME Fortuna Düsseldorf	L 1 - 2 W	SC Paderborn 07	O	Y

Includes records from 2023 onwards.

Team recent

Fortuna Düsseldorf

H/A	VS	Score	Results	O/U 2.5	BTTS	Cor 9.5
AWAY	Hannover 96	1 - 2	L	O	Y	N
HOME	Arminia Bielefeld	1 - 0	W	U	N	N
HOME	SpVgg Greuther Fürth	2 - 1	W	O	Y	Y
AWAY	SV Elversberg	0 - 1	L	U	N	Y
HOME	FC Schalke 04	0 - 2	L	U	N	N
AWAY	Dynamo Dresden	1 - 2	L	O	Y	N
HOME	1. FC Magdeburg	2 - 1	W	O	Y	N
AWAY	Holstein Kiel	0 - 1	L	U	N	Y
HOME	1. FC Kaiserslautern	1 - 1	D	U	Y	N
AWAY	Hertha BSC	0 - 1	L	U	N	Y

Fortuna Düsseldorf have endured a difficult season overall, reflected in a mere 31.6% win rate and a negative goal difference. Their home form has been particularly concerning, with as many losses as wins at the Merkur Spiel-Arena. However, recent results offer a glimmer of hope, with two wins in their last three games, indicating a potential shift in momentum. They've managed to hold their own in possession at home, but converting chances remains a question mark, averaging less than a goal per game overall.

SC Paderborn 07

H/A	VS	Score	Results	O/U 2.5	BTTS	Cor 9.5
HOME	Preußen Münster	2 - 1	W	O	Y	Y
AWAY	Holstein Kiel	0 - 2	L	U	N	Y
HOME	SV Darmstadt 98	2 - 2	D	O	Y	Y
AWAY	Karlsruher SC	4 - 0	W	O	N	Y
HOME	SV Elversberg	1 - 2	L	O	Y	N
AWAY	FC Schalke 04	1 - 2	L	O	Y	N
HOME	Hannover 96	0 - 2	L	U	N	Y
AWAY	1. FC Magdeburg	1 - 0	W	U	N	Y
HOME	SpVgg Greuther Fürth	2 - 1	W	O	Y	Y
AWAY	Dynamo Dresden	2 - 1	W	O	Y	N

SC Paderborn 07 have been one of the more potent forces in the league this season, boasting a strong 57.9% win rate and a positive goal difference. Their attacking output is considerable, averaging 1.6 goals per game across the season, and they carry this threat effectively on the road, scoring 1.4 goals per away fixture. Despite a recent wobble with a loss and a draw in their last three, Paderborn's underlying statistics, including a high volume of shots and strong passing accuracy, suggest they remain a formidable unit.

Over

Under

Yes

Odds

1x2

HOME

2.75

DRAW

3.4

AWAY

2.45

2.5 OVER/UNDER

OVER

1.75

UNDER

2.05

BTTS

YES

1.62

2.2

Lineups