Bochum vs Holstein Kiel predictions, Mar 22, 2026

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On March 22, 2026, VfL Bochum will host Holstein Kiel in what promises to be a compelling matchup in the German 2. Bundesliga. Bochum has struggled recently, managing to secure only one victory from their last five matches. Despite this, they are favored by bookmakers with odds of 1.98 for a home win, reflecting their potential to capitalize on playing at their home ground.

In contrast, Holstein Kiel comes into this fixture in a more challenging position, having failed to win any of their last five encounters. This trend raises concerns about their current form and consistency, which could hinder their performance on the road. The away team is listed at odds of 3.45, highlighting the steep challenge they face against Bochum.

Statistically, model predictions suggest a 48.4% probability of a home win, a 25.1% chance of a draw, and a 26.3% likelihood of an away victory, with a predicted final scoreline of 2:1 in favor of Bochum. As both teams seek to improve their standings, the match presents an opportunity for Bochum to regain momentum while Kiel will be eager to break their winless streak. However, given the unpredictable nature of soccer, anything can happen on the day.

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Bochum 46.8%

Draw 25.2%

Holstein Kiel 28%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2	3.75	3.4
	2.02	3.98	3.38
	1.98	3.65	3.3
	2	3.75	3.32	Watch and Bet
	2	3.6	3.1

Latest Results

14.03.26 Hertha Berlin – VfL Bochum – 1:1 07.03.26 VfL Bochum – 1. FC Kaiserslautern – 3:2 27.02.26 Fortuna Düsseldorf – VfL Bochum – 2:1 20.02.26 VfL Bochum – 1. FC Nürnberg – 1:1 15.02.26 VfL Bochum – SC Paderborn 07 – 0:0

14.03.26 Holstein Kiel – 1. FC Nürnberg – 2:3 07.03.26 SV Darmstadt 98 – Holstein Kiel – 2:0 28.02.26 Holstein Kiel – SV Elversberg – 1:1 21.02.26 Karlsruher SC – Holstein Kiel – 3:1 15.02.26 Holstein Kiel – Schalke 04 – 1:2

Facts

This match features a clash between a mid-table team and the outsider (ranked 9 and 17 in the zone Relegation ~ 3. Liga).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Bochum won 1.

Recent performances by Bochum have been up and down (last 5 games: 1 wins).

Holstein Kiel is on a losing streak (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).

Bochum could have a small edge in this match.

In the last 11 head-to-head matches, Bochum won 2 matches, drew 5 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 15:21. (average 1.4:1.9).

Including home matches between the teams, Bochum won 2 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 8:8. (average 1.6:1.6).

Latest Head To Head

25.10.25 Holstein Kiel – VfL Bochum – 1:1 09.02.25 Holstein Kiel – VfL Bochum – 2:2 21.09.24 VfL Bochum – Holstein Kiel – 2:2 03.04.21 VfL Bochum – Holstein Kiel – 2:1 04.12.20 Holstein Kiel – VfL Bochum – 3:1

Standings

2025/26

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Schalke	26	15	6	5	37:23	14	51
2	Darmstadt	26	13	10	3	48:29	19	49
3	Elversberg	26	14	6	6	44:28	16	48
4	Paderborn	26	14	6	6	43:30	13	48
5	Hannover	26	13	7	6	45:34	11	46
6	Hertha Berlin	26	11	8	7	37:31	6	41
7	Kaiserslautern	26	12	4	10	45:38	7	40
8	Karlsruher SC	26	9	7	10	40:50	-10	34
9	Bochum	26	8	9	9	36:33	3	33
10	Nurnberg	26	9	6	11	34:37	-3	33
11	Dusseldorf	26	9	4	13	24:35	-11	31
12	SG Dynamo Dresden	26	7	8	11	44:44	0	29
13	Braunschweig	26	8	5	13	29:43	-14	29
14	Greuther Furth	26	8	5	13	39:56	-17	29
15	Arminia Bielefeld	26	7	7	12	38:36	2	28
16	Preussen Munster	26	6	8	12	30:44	-14	26
17	Holstein Kiel	26	6	7	13	31:40	-9	25
18	Magdeburg	26	7	3	16	36:49	-13	24

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