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As FC Ingolstadt 04 prepares to host Waldhof Mannheim in this intriguing matchup in the German 3. Bundesliga on May 16, 2026, recent form suggests a closely contested encounter. Ingolstadt comes into the game with a slight edge, having secured two wins in their last five matches. Their ability to leverage home advantage could be pivotal, particularly as they look to convert their attacking momentum into a decisive performance.
On the other hand, Waldhof Mannheim has struggled in recent outings, managing only one victory in their last five games. Despite this dip in form, they possess the potential to upset their hosts, given their resilience and tactical flexibility. The visitors may focus on a solid defensive setup, looking to frustrate Ingolstadt’s attacking initiatives and capitalize on counter-attacking opportunities.
Current bookmakers have set the odds at 2.33 for an Ingolstadt win and 2.82 for a victory for Waldhof Mannheim, reflecting a competitive balance. Model predictions indicate a 41.3% chance of a home win, with a significant possibility of a draw (26.2%) also on the cards.
With both teams vying for crucial points, fans can expect an engaging match where form and tactics will play a decisive role. Ultimately, while Ingolstadt may hold the advantage, the outcome remains uncertain, underscoring the unpredictability of football.
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| Ingolstadt 40.2% |
Draw 25.8% |
Waldhof 34.1% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.29 | 3.78 | 2.79 | |
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2.28 | 3.65 | 2.72 | |
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2.36 | 3.7 | 2.6 | |
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2.25 | 3.4 | 2.63 | |
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2.33 | 3.41 | 2.82 |
Latest Results
| 09.05.26 1860 München – FC Ingolstadt 04 – 1:2 03.05.26 FC Ingolstadt 04 – Erzgebirge Aue – 3:5 25.04.26 Hoffenheim II – FC Ingolstadt 04 – 0:3 18.04.26 FC Ingolstadt 04 – VfL Osnabrück – 0:1 11.04.26 Rot-Weiß Essen – FC Ingolstadt 04 – 4:1 |
09.05.26 Waldhof Mannheim – Jahn Regensburg – 1:0 02.05.26 1. FC Saarbrücken – Waldhof Mannheim – 2:0 25.04.26 Waldhof Mannheim – 1. FC Schweinfurt 05 – 2:2 19.04.26 Wehen Wiesbaden – Waldhof Mannheim – 3:3 11.04.26 Waldhof Mannheim – MSV Duisburg – 1:4 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 20.12.25 Waldhof Mannheim – FC Ingolstadt 04 – 2:2 19.01.25 Waldhof Mannheim – FC Ingolstadt 04 – 0:0 04.08.24 FC Ingolstadt 04 – Waldhof Mannheim – 2:1 05.05.24 FC Ingolstadt 04 – Waldhof Mannheim – 1:1 02.12.23 Waldhof Mannheim – FC Ingolstadt 04 – 1:1 |
Standings
2025/26
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | VfL Osnabruck ✔ | 37 | 23 | 8 | 6 | 62:31 | 31 | 77 |
| 2 | Cottbus | 37 | 20 | 9 | 8 | 71:51 | 20 | 69 |
| 3 | Duisburg | 37 | 19 | 10 | 8 | 65:48 | 17 | 67 |
| 4 | RW Essen | 37 | 19 | 10 | 8 | 75:64 | 11 | 67 |
| 5 | Hansa Rostock | 37 | 17 | 13 | 7 | 70:46 | 24 | 64 |
| 6 | Verl | 37 | 17 | 10 | 10 | 79:48 | 31 | 61 |
| 7 | Alemannia Aachen | 36 | 17 | 7 | 12 | 67:56 | 11 | 58 |
| 8 | Munich 1860 | 37 | 15 | 11 | 11 | 54:50 | 4 | 56 |
| 9 | Mannheim | 37 | 15 | 7 | 15 | 58:67 | -9 | 52 |
| 10 | Viktoria Koln | 36 | 15 | 5 | 16 | 50:49 | 1 | 50 |
| 11 | Wehen | 37 | 14 | 8 | 15 | 52:52 | 0 | 50 |
| 12 | Regensburg | 37 | 14 | 7 | 16 | 54:57 | -3 | 49 |
| 13 | Ingolstadt | 37 | 12 | 10 | 15 | 60:55 | 5 | 46 |
| 14 | Stuttgart II | 37 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 54:65 | -11 | 46 |
| 15 | Saarbrucken | 36 | 10 | 14 | 12 | 46:50 | -4 | 44 |
| 16 | Hoffenheim II | 36 | 11 | 7 | 18 | 62:67 | -5 | 40 |
| 17 | Ulm ✔ | 37 | 9 | 6 | 22 | 47:75 | -28 | 33 |
| 18 | TSV Havelse ✔ | 36 | 8 | 8 | 20 | 53:81 | -28 | 32 |
| 19 | Aue ✔ | 37 | 6 | 13 | 18 | 47:68 | -21 | 31 |
| 20 | Schweinfurt ✔ | 36 | 5 | 6 | 25 | 34:80 | -46 | 21 |
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