SV Darmstadt 98 - 1. FC Magdeburg ai prediction 31.10.2026 2. Bundesliga

Preview for match Darmstadt 98 vs 1. FC Magdeburg

Darmstadt 98 welcome 1. FC Magdeburg to the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor on Saturday, 31 October 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 13:00. The 2. Bundesliga fixture is part of Matchday 10, and it brings together two sides with contrasting league positions but recent form that suggests the contest may be more competitive than the table alone indicates. Lukas Benen has been appointed referee for the meeting.

Darmstadt are currently 18th with eight points from nine matches. Their record stands at two wins, two draws and five defeats, with eight goals scored and 18 conceded. That return leaves little room for error, although their home results offer some encouragement: they have won twice, drawn twice and lost once at the Böllenfalltor. Florian Kohfeldt’s side will hope to use that home advantage to build on a recent improvement and collect points against a team positioned in the top five.

Magdeburg arrive in fifth place with 16 points, having recorded five wins, one draw and three defeats. Their 20 goals scored make them one of the more productive teams in the division, while 12 conceded points to a more balanced overall goal difference than Darmstadt’s. However, their away record has been less convincing than their league position: one win, one draw and two defeats from four trips. Petrik Sander’s team will therefore need to show greater consistency on the road, particularly after a heavy loss in their most recent outing.

The previous direct meeting ended 1–1, and the last five encounters are evenly competitive, with Darmstadt winning once, two matches drawn and Magdeburg taking two victories. Darmstadt’s latest form is the more encouraging of the two, but Magdeburg’s stronger season-long record and attacking output make them a dangerous opponent. The key question is whether the hosts can turn their home resilience into another result, or whether the visitors can reassert their quality after a difficult afternoon against Bayern Munich.

Our betting tip for Darmstadt 98 vs 1. FC Magdeburg

Our betting prediction is a 1. FC Magdeburg win, with the away side selected for the 1X2 market. Magdeburg’s fifth-place standing, 16-point total and 20 goals scored provide a strong statistical case, even though their away record has been inconsistent. Darmstadt have shown signs of recovery, but their overall defensive record remains a concern: they have conceded 18 goals in nine league matches. If Magdeburg can reproduce the attacking purpose they have shown across the campaign, they should have opportunities to exploit that vulnerability.

The second tip is Both teams to score: Yes. Darmstadt have scored in their latest match and will be encouraged by their home record, while Magdeburg’s attacking numbers suggest they are capable of finding the net even away from home. The visitors’ recent heavy defeat is a reason for caution, but it does not erase their stronger scoring record across the season. This selection is supported by the possibility of an open match in which both sides create chances.

Our tips

Handicap 0-1

Home win

Darmstadt 98 have won by 2 or more goals 3 of their last 5 matches.

1. FC Magdeburg have lost by 2 or more goals 2 of their last 5 matches.

Top odds at Bet9ja

Double Chance

1X

Darmstadt 98 have won or drawn 4 of their last 5 matches.

1. FC Magdeburg have drawn or lost 3 of their last 5 matches.

Top odds at bet365

Total Goals

Over 3.5

There have been over 3.5 goals scored in 3 of Darmstadt 98's last 5 matches.

There have been over 3.5 goals scored in 2 of 1. FC Magdeburg's last 5 matches.

Top odds at Bet9ja

AI prediction for Darmstadt 98 vs 1. FC Magdeburg

The AI forecast gives Magdeburg the edge in the 1X2 market, primarily because of their higher league position, greater points return and substantially stronger goal output. Darmstadt’s home performances and recent run of three wins in five matches make a home victory or draw plausible alternatives, so the away selection should not be viewed as certain. The AI betting tip is 2, with a suggested correct score of Darmstadt 98 1–2 1. FC Magdeburg. That scoreline reflects Magdeburg’s attacking potential while allowing for Darmstadt to make use of home advantage and contribute a goal.

Darmstadt 98 performance check

Darmstadt’s position at the foot of the table makes every fixture important, and their record of eight points from nine matches underlines the challenge facing Florian Kohfeldt. Five defeats and a goal difference of minus ten show that the team have struggled to maintain defensive stability over the opening stretch. Their eight goals scored also indicate that they need to find more regular ways to turn promising moments into goals.

There are, however, grounds for measured optimism. Darmstadt have won two, drawn two and lost only once at home, a record that is considerably more reassuring than their overall league position. They have also won three of their last five matches in all competitions, alongside one draw and one defeat. The 2–0 away victory over SV 07 Elversberg in their latest match should provide confidence. Kohfeldt’s priority will be to carry that momentum into this fixture while limiting the defensive errors that have contributed to the team’s high goals-against total.

How is the current performance of 1. FC Magdeburg?

Magdeburg’s fifth-place position reflects a productive start to the campaign. Petrik Sander’s side have accumulated 16 points from five wins, one draw and three defeats, scoring 20 goals in the process. That attacking return gives them a clear advantage over Darmstadt in terms of season-long output. Their 12 goals conceded also represent a more secure defensive record than that of their opponents.

Their recent form has been mixed rather than dominant: Magdeburg have collected two wins, one draw and two defeats in their last five matches across all competitions. The most recent result, a 1–6 away loss to Bayern Munich, was a difficult setback, though the quality of the opposition provides context. On the road in league play, they have won once, drawn once and lost twice. Sander will want a more disciplined away performance, but Magdeburg’s overall quality and scoring capacity remain significant strengths.

Last direct match

The most recent meeting between Darmstadt and Magdeburg finished 1–1. That result illustrates how closely matched the sides can be when they meet, despite the difference in their current league positions. It also offers a reminder that Darmstadt have previously been capable of making this matchup difficult for their opponents.

Head-to-head last direct meetings

Across the last five meetings in all competitions, Darmstadt have recorded one win, while two matches ended in draws and Magdeburg won twice. The visitors therefore hold a narrow advantage in this recent head-to-head sample, although the number of draws suggests there has not been a clear or consistent dominance by either club. The previous 1–1 result further supports the possibility of a competitive encounter.

Performance in the last five matches

Darmstadt have the better recent sequence, with three wins, one draw and one defeat from their last five matches in all competitions. That run points to improving confidence, particularly after their latest away victory. Magdeburg, by comparison, have two wins, one draw and two defeats over the same number of games. Their form has been less consistent, and the heavy loss in their latest match will make a composed response important.

Performance

Darmstadt 98

Last games

Darmstadt 98 performance of the last 4 home matches

Victories

50%

Over 2.5

50%

1. FC Magdeburg

Last games

1. FC Magdeburg performance of the last 6 away matches

Victories

33%

Over 2.5

66%

Last match results

Darmstadt’s latest match ended in a 2–0 away win against SV 07 Elversberg, a result that gives Kohfeldt’s team a timely boost ahead of this home fixture. Magdeburg’s most recent outing brought a 1–6 away defeat to Bayern Munich. The contrast in those results favours Darmstadt in terms of immediate momentum, although Magdeburg’s broader league record remains stronger.

Best odds and betting prediction

The listed best odds are 2.93 for a Darmstadt win at Betwinner, 3.80 for a draw at Betano and 2.27 for a Magdeburg win at Betano. For the both-teams-to-score market, Yes is available at 1.46 with Premier Bet, while No is priced at 2.66 with Bet9ja. These prices indicate that Magdeburg are considered the likelier winners, while a goal from both sides is viewed as a comparatively likely outcome.

Our main selection is 1. FC Magdeburg to win (Tip 2), with Both teams to score: Yes as the secondary tip. Odds can change, and bettors should compare markets and terms before placing a wager. Our experience reviewing bookmakers highlights the value of checking several options rather than relying on a single price. Use our bookmaker comparison to find the best betting sites, including the best betting sites in Africa, and make sure to bet responsibly.

Conclusion

Darmstadt’s home record and recent improvement make them capable of testing Magdeburg, particularly if they can maintain the confidence gained from their latest win. Nevertheless, the visitors have the stronger league campaign, a higher points total and a considerably more productive attack. Their away results warrant caution, but the balance of season-long evidence still gives Magdeburg the edge. The match could be close, with Darmstadt likely to create opportunities, yet the preferred outcome is a 1–2 away victory for 1. FC Magdeburg. The recommended betting combination is an away win alongside both teams scoring.

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