3. Liga · Saturday, 07/11/2026 · 14:00
SV Waldhof Mannheim vs Fortuna Köln Prediction, Tips & Odds
Team pages: SV Waldhof Mannheim · Fortuna Köln
Full time 2-1 · Tip “Under 3.5 goals” won
Odds may change before kick-off · 18+ · not betting advice
It is Waldhof Mannheim vs Fortuna Köln on Saturday (7 November, 14:00).
The situation: Waldhof Mannheim are in a relegation battle – Fortuna Köln have gone 5 games without a win
Waldhof Mannheim are in position 8 with 16 points, Fortuna Köln follow in position 19 with 10 points. Goal difference: 21-19 for Waldhof Mannheim, 9-14 for Fortuna Köln. Fortuna Köln are currently in the relegation zone.
Form guide Waldhof Mannheim: Home form is a problem
Recent home wins came against Hoffenheim II (4-1) and Preußen Münster (2-0). There was also a defeat against Ingolstadt (0-3). Waldhof Mannheim picked up 2 wins from their last 5 home games, averaging 1.4 goals scored and 1.4 conceded.
Form guide Fortuna Köln: Inconsistent on the road
On the road, Fortuna Köln recently played 0-1 at Preußen Münster, 0-2 at Rot-Weiss Essen and 3-1 at Havelse. Record in the last 5 away games: 2 wins, 1 draw, 2 defeats, 7-7 goals. Fortuna Köln scored in 3 of those 5 games.
Waldhof Mannheim at home, last 5 (oldest → newest)
Fortuna Köln away, last 5 (oldest → newest)
Head-to-head: Waldhof Mannheim vs Fortuna Köln
The two sides have not met in the league in the last two seasons, so form and the table matter most here.
Injuries and suspensions
Waldhof Mannheim are without: Joey Müller (adductor injury), Yannis Hör (meniscus injury), Adama Diakhaby (Achilles tendon injury), Diego Michel (knee injury), Kushtrim Asallari (muscle injury).
Fortuna Köln are without: Jasper Löffelsend (cruciate ligament injury), Vleron Statovci (ankle injury).
Late absences on matchday may not be included yet.
Who will score?
Top scorers, odds and striker form – 3. Liga: 3. Liga goalscorer tips.
3. Liga table
| Pos | Team | P | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | SV Wehen Wiesbaden | 12 | 23-17 | 18 |
| 7 | FC Ingolstadt 04 | 12 | 16-17 | 18 |
| 8 | SV Waldhof Mannheim | 12 | 21-19 | 16 |
| 9 | TSG 1899 Hoffenheim II | 12 | 21-20 | 16 |
| 10 | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 12 | 12-14 | 16 |
| 17 | SC Verl | 12 | 17-26 | 12 |
| 18 | SG Sonnenhof Großaspach | 12 | 13-26 | 12 |
| 19 | Fortuna Köln | 12 | 9-14 | 10 |
| 20 | TSV Havelse | 12 | 17-26 | 10 |
Waldhof Mannheim vs Fortuna Köln odds
Waldhof Mannheim go in as favourites: the home win is priced at 1.77, a draw 4.00 and a Fortuna Köln win 3.90. Over 2.5 goals is priced at 1.60.
| Bet | Odds | implied by odds | our view |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waldhof Mannheim to win | 1.77 | 53% | 48% |
| Draw | 4.00 | 23% | 24% |
| Fortuna Köln to win | 3.90 | 24% | 28% |
| Double chance 1X | 1.17 | 76% | 72% |
| Double chance X2 | 1.97 | 47% | 52% |
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.16 | 80% | 79% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.60 | 58% | 56% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.25 | 42% | 44% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 2.40 | 39% | 35% |
| Under 3.5 goals | 1.52 | 61% | 65% |
“Implied by odds”: the probability contained in the odds (without the bookmaker margin). “Our view”: the odds and our statistical model combined.
Betting tip & prediction: Waldhof Mannheim vs Fortuna Köln
In short: We are backing Under 3.5 goals at odds of 1.52. Our score prediction: 1-1. We put the chance at around 65%, while the odds imply only 61%. That is where the value in this bet lies.
For
- The odds match our numbers.
Against
- At home, Waldhof Mannheim saw three or more goals in 3 of 5 games.
- Away from home, Fortuna Köln saw three or more goals in 3 of 5 games.
- There are outliers: one of these games recently had 5 goals.
Tip: Under 3.5 goals · Odds 1.52 · Prediction 1-1 · Risk medium
FAQ: Waldhof Mannheim vs Fortuna Köln
When do Waldhof Mannheim play Fortuna Köln?
Kick-off is on Saturday, 07/11/2026, at 14:00 (3. Liga).
Who are the favourites in Waldhof Mannheim vs Fortuna Köln?
Waldhof Mannheim are favourites: a home win pays 1.77, a Fortuna Köln win 3.90.
What is the tip for Waldhof Mannheim vs Fortuna Köln?
Our tip is Under 3.5 goals at odds of 1.52. We expect a 1-1. Risk: medium.
How did recent meetings between Waldhof Mannheim and Fortuna Köln go?
The two sides have not met in the league in the last two seasons, so form and the table matter most here.
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