Who is favored to win in VfL Bochum vs SV Darmstadt 98?
VfL Bochum are slightly favored to win based on their stronger recent 2. Bundesliga home form and a more solid defensive record than SV Darmstadt 98 over the last month, with indicative odds around 2.00 for Bochum, 3.60 for Darmstadt and 3.40 for the draw from major sportsbooks. This edge is reinforced by Bochum’s recent 2–0 home win over 1. FC Magdeburg in November 2025 and their generally better xG figures at Vonovia Ruhrstadion, making them the likelier side to take three points with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.
What time is VfL Bochum vs SV Darmstadt 98?
The match between VfL Bochum and SV Darmstadt 98 on 18 January 2026 is scheduled to start at 12:30 PM local time, which corresponds to 11:30 AM UTC in the winter CET timezone. Fans following from Central Europe can treat this as a standard early afternoon 2. Bundesliga kickoff, ideal for live betting and in-play markets.
Where is VfL Bochum vs SV Darmstadt 98 being held?
The game will be played at Vonovia Ruhrstadion in Bochum, Germany, a football-specific venue with a capacity of around 27,000 spectators and a traditionally intense home atmosphere. The stadium’s tight stands and usually good January pitch conditions tend to favor high-energy pressing sides like VfL Bochum, which can influence both tempo and goal-scoring chances.
VfL Bochum vs SV Darmstadt 98 prediction & odds - who wins?
Considering form, squad depth, and home advantage, the most probable outcome is a narrow VfL Bochum win, with a 1–0 or 2–1 scoreline statistically most likely and home win odds near 2.00 suggesting roughly a 48–50% implied chance. Darmstadt’s higher price near 3.60 reflects their inconsistent away results and lower attacking output, while the draw at about 3.40 remains a realistic alternative for more conservative bettors using DexWin.
What is the head to head record between VfL Bochum vs SV Darmstadt 98?
In recent head-to-head meetings, VfL Bochum and SV Darmstadt 98 have produced generally tight games, with Bochum holding a slight edge in wins over the past few seasons across league and cup. Matches between these sides often feature low to moderate scoring, with many finishing decided by a single goal, which supports cautious goal-line betting such as under 3.5 total goals.
