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  1. Prediction
  2. Odds
  3. Stats
  4. Team News
  5. Lineups
  6. Injuries
  7. Squads
  8. Table

Expect a Close Encounter

Schalke +0.25 look like a value bet on the Asian Handicap. This involves splitting our stake between 0 and +0.5, with a win against Paderborn the desired outcome at betting odds of 1.93.

4-2 Victory for Schalke in Last H2H

Schalke 04 were defeated on the road in their last game. Kaiserslautern won 2-1 at Fritz Walter Stadion. Kees van Wonderen's men had 47% possession and recorded three shots on target, with Moussa Sylla bagging the goal.

Play-off contenders Paderborn played Elversberg at home in their previous game. It was a 1-1 draw at Home Deluxe Arena. The Black and Blues were restricted to 43% possession and recorded two shots on goal, while Filip Bilbija was on the scoresheet.

The two teams last clashed at Home Deluxe Arena, with Schalke recording the away victory. Overcoming Paderborn by a 4-2 scoreline. The past 7 H2H matches have resulted in four Schalke wins, two draws and one Paderborn success.

2. Bundesliga G W D L GF GA GD GD P
4 Paderborn logo Paderborn 34 15 10 9 56 46 10 56:46 55
14 Schalke 04 logo Schalke 04 34 10 8 16 52 62 -10 52:62 38
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Schalke – Last 10 League Games

Schalke have 4 wins, 4 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.4 goals from 4.0 shots on goal and 9.9 attempts. The Miners have averaged 50.9% possession and 6.6 corners per match, with their opponents getting 1.6 goals from 6.0 shots on goal, 13.2 attempts and 4.5 corners.

Moussa Sylla is the top scorer with 3 goals, while Kenan Karaman and Pape Meissa Ba each have 2. Tobias Mohr, Kenan Karaman and Paul Seguin have racked up the most assists with 2 each.

Paderborn – Last 10 League Games

Paderborn have won 4, lost 3 and drawn 3, with an average of 1.8 goals from 12.1 attempts and 5.3 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 51.2% possession, 6.0 corners awarded and 3.4 corners against them, while they’ve conceded 1.4 goals from 7.8 attempts and 3.2 shots on goal.

Filip Bilbija and Adriano Grimaldi have scored 4 goals, followed by Ilyas Ansah with 3. Aaron Zehnter and Filip Bilbija have managed 4 assists in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Schalke confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Justin Heekeren (GK), Taylan Bulut, Tomas Kalas, Marcin Kaminski, Anton Donkor, Janik Bachmann, Ron Schallenberg, Paul Seguin, Amin Younes, Emil Hoejlund, Moussa Sylla.

Paderborn confirmed lineup (3-3-2-2): Manuel Riemann (GK), Tjark Scheller, Felix Goetze, Calvin Brackelmann, Raphael Obermair, Mattes Hansen, Aaron Zehnter, Marvin Mehlem, Filip Bilbija, Sven Michel, Ilyas Ansah.

Expert 2. Bundesliga Analysis

The football betting tips are only provided once we have a handle on the team news and the latest form guide. We are also on point when it comes to the most valuable stats.

Key Schalke vs Paderborn league stats:

  • The +0.25 line has been covered by Schalke in 4 of their last 5 games at home.
  • The +0.25 line has been covered by Schalke in 7 of their last 10 games at home.
  • The +0.25 line has been covered by Schalke in 2 consecutive games at home.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Paderborn in 4 of their last 5 games.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Paderborn in 6 of their last 10 games.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Paderborn in 2 consecutive games against Schalke.

Schalke vs Paderborn Prediction

When Schalke line up for this 2. Bundesliga game, we will back them at 1.93 on the Asian Handicap +0.25. We think the hosts are more than capable of avoiding defeat and might be able to land a win.

Larger odds can be banked for bettors who are willing to move the line. The prices will get bigger depending on the risk you attach to the bet you are placing.

Schalke +0.25 Probability

According to the odds, there’s a 51.9% likelihood of our pick winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 55-60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

Our Pick

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Player Props

Top Pick: Moussa Sylla to Score 3.05 bet365 logo

Moussa Sylla (Schalke) has netted five goals in his past seven 2. Bundesliga home matches. We’re happy to take the 3.05 for this Anytime Goalscorer bet as there’s value in the odds that he finds the net at least once.

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Corners Prediction

Schalke Under 4.5 Corners 1.88 bet365 logo

The 4.5 corners line has not been covered by Schalke in their past two home games, with the corner count against Paderborn going under 4.5 in their last six away matches. We’re expecting Schalke to fall short of the line, with this Team Corners bet on offer at 1.88.

Corner Stats

League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
Schalke Logo Schalke
Total
11.10 6.60 4.50
Home
9.40 5.40 4.00
Away
9.40 5.90 3.50
Paderborn Logo Paderborn
Total
9.40 6.00 3.40
Home
10.20 5.80 4.40
Away
9.80 6.20 3.60

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Schalke vs Paderborn Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Paderborn Could Have Edge According to Bookies

The Paderborn betting odds have been priced up by the bookies and they are 1.85 favourites to land victory in this 2. Bundesliga encounter which means a 54% chance of winning. For those wanting to back Schalke 04, you will find 3.75 about this outsider.

The Total Goals market reveals that Over 2.5 Goals is the current betting favourite. An alternative angle is a Both Teams to Score bet and Yes has been chalked up at 1.44.

There are hundreds of markets when it comes to betting on the 2. Bundesliga coupon and we recommend visiting the leading betting sites to find the bet that matches your view on the game.

Felix Platte Heads First Goalscorer Market

Felix Platte is the market leader to be First Goalscorer at 5.40 while there’s also the chance to back him to find the net at 2.65.

Player Goals

Felix Platte (Paderborn)
First
5.40
Anytime
2.65
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Moussa Sylla (Schalke)
First
6.40
Anytime
2.95
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Adriano Grimaldi (Paderborn)
First
6.40
Anytime
3.05
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Filip Bilbija (Paderborn)
First
6.75
Anytime
3.40
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Team Stats

Schalke logo Schalke League Stats

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Full-Time Result

  • 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in previous 10 matches
  • 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

  • 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in previous 10 matches
  • 5 wins, 1 defeats and 4 draws in previous 10 away matches

Goals

Goals

Corners

Corners

Possession

Possession

Top Scorers & Assists

Top Scorers & Assists

Team News

You’ve found the right place for Schalke vs Paderborn team news, with all the latest information available including lineups and injuries so you’re fully informed.

If you’re looking for the latest player information, check out the 2. Bundesliga squads.

Schalke vs Paderborn Lineups

Schalke 04 Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2

Paderborn Confirmed Lineup 3-3-2-2

Schalke 04 Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2

28 Justin Heekeren
31 Taylan Bulut 26 Tomas Kalas 35 Marcin Kaminski 30 Anton Donkor
14 Janik Bachmann 6 Ron Schallenberg 7 Paul Seguin 8 Amin Younes
15 Emil Hoejlund 9 Moussa Sylla
1 Manuel Riemann
25 Tjark Scheller 20 Felix Goetze 4 Calvin Brackelmann
23 Raphael Obermair 22 Mattes Hansen 32 Aaron Zehnter
6 Marvin Mehlem 7 Filip Bilbija
11 Sven Michel 29 Ilyas Ansah

Paderborn Confirmed Lineup 3-3-2-2

Schalke 04 Substitutes

  • 2Felipe Sanchez
  • 10Pape Meissa Ba
  • 17Adrian Gantenbein
  • 18C. Antwi-Adjej
  • 23Mehmet Aydin
  • 29Tobias Mohr
  • 34Michael Langer
  • 37Max Grueger
  • 39Peter Remmert

Paderborn Substitutes

  • 5Santiago Castaneda
  • 17Laurin Curda
  • 19Luca Herrmann
  • 26Sebastian Klaas
  • 30Markus Schubert
  • 33Marcel Hoffmeier
  • 36Felix Platte
  • 39Adriano Grimaldi
  • 46Luis Engelns

Previous Schalke Lineups

27 Apr 2. Bundesliga
Kaiserslautern 2-1 Schalke 04
20 Apr 2. Bundesliga
Schalke 04 2-2 Hamburger SV
13 Apr 2. Bundesliga
Regensburg 2-0 Schalke 04
06 Apr 2. Bundesliga
Schalke 04 2-1 Ulm
30 Mar 2. Bundesliga
Greuther Furth 3-3 Schalke 04
15 Mar 2. Bundesliga
Schalke 04 1-2 Hannover 96

Previous Paderborn Lineups

26 Apr 2. Bundesliga
Paderborn 1-1 Elversberg
19 Apr 2. Bundesliga
Nurnberg 2-3 Paderborn
13 Apr 2. Bundesliga
Paderborn 1-2 F. Dusseldorf
05 Apr 2. Bundesliga
Braunschweig 3-2 Paderborn
29 Mar 2. Bundesliga
Paderborn 1-2 FC Koln
15 Mar 2. Bundesliga
Paderborn 5-3 Kaiserslautern

Injuries & Suspensions

Schalke Injury Table

Type Name Info
Tomas Kalas Knock
Janik Bachmann Knock
Aris Bayindir Hamstring
Loris Karius Calf
Ralf Faehrmann Knee

Paderborn Injury Table

Type Name Info
No players are currently reported injured or suspended.

Germany Flag2. Bundesliga Table

2024/2025 Season

# Team G W D L +/- P
1 FC Koln 34 18 7 9 53:38 61
2 Hamburger SV 34 16 11 7 78:44 59
3 Elversberg 34 16 10 8 64:37 58
4 Paderborn 34 15 10 9 56:46 55
5 Magdeburg 34 14 11 9 64:52 53
6 F. Dusseldorf 34 14 11 9 57:52 53
7 Kaiserslautern 34 15 8 11 56:55 53
8 Karlsruher 34 14 10 10 57:55 52
9 Hannover 96 34 13 12 9 41:36 51
10 Nurnberg 34 14 6 14 60:57 48
11 Hertha BSC 34 12 8 14 49:51 44
12 Darmstadt 34 11 9 14 56:55 42
13 Greuther Furth 34 10 9 15 45:59 39
14 Schalke 04 34 10 8 16 52:62 38
15 Preussen Munster 34 8 12 14 40:43 36
16 Braunschweig 34 8 11 15 38:64 35
17 Ulm 34 6 12 16 36:48 30
18 Regensburg 34 6 7 21 23:71 25
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Kaiserslautern 17 9 5 3 34:22 32
2 Hamburger SV 17 8 7 2 44:20 31
3 FC Koln 17 9 4 4 33:18 31
4 Hannover 96 17 8 7 2 23:15 31
5 Karlsruher 17 9 4 4 31:24 31
6 Elversberg 17 9 3 5 39:25 30
7 Darmstadt 17 8 4 5 29:20 28
8 Paderborn 17 8 3 6 30:23 27
9 Nurnberg 17 8 2 7 30:28 26
10 F. Dusseldorf 17 7 5 5 29:27 26
11 Greuther Furth 17 6 5 6 26:30 23
12 Braunschweig 17 6 5 6 22:26 23
13 Regensburg 17 6 5 6 14:19 23
14 Magdeburg 17 5 7 5 28:29 22
15 Schalke 04 17 6 3 8 31:35 21
16 Preussen Munster 17 4 7 6 17:17 19
17 Ulm 17 4 5 8 21:22 17
18 Hertha BSC 17 4 5 8 20:24 17