BundesligaVolkswagen ArenaThursday, May 21, 2026, 6:30 PM UTC
Kickoff in 22h 38m

VfL Wolfsburg
vs

SC Paderborn 07
AI Pick: VfL Wolfsburg Win
Confidence: 37%
1X2: VfL Wolfsburg Win (37%)
O/U 2.5: Over 2.5 Goals
BTTS: Yes

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VfL Wolfsburg vs SC Paderborn 07 Prediction
VfL Wolfsburg, despite a challenging Bundesliga season and poor home form, is favored against SC Paderborn 07 based on a strong historical head-to-head record and the API-Sports comparison. However, the complete lack of current season data for Paderborn introduces significant uncertainty.
VfL Wolfsburg host SC Paderborn 07 at Volkswagen Arena on Thursday, part of the 2025 Bundesliga season. Both sides' recent form, head-to-head record, league position, and current injury status are factored into the prediction below.
How they arrived here
VfL Wolfsburg arrive having taken 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat from their last five matches. They are currently 16th and in the relegation play-off spot.
MATCH RESULT
VfL Wolfsburg Win
Predicted: 2-1
37%
VfL Wolfsburg has a strong historical head-to-head record against SC Paderborn 07, winning 3 of the last 5 encounters. While Wolfsburg's overall season performance (16th in Bundesliga) and home form (2 wins in 17) are poor, the API-Sports comparison heavily favors them (73% total win probability). The lack of current season data for SC Paderborn 07 makes a direct comparison difficult, but based on available H2H and Wolfsburg's offensive capabilities against Paderborn, a home win is the most probable outcome.
TOTAL GOALS
Over 2.5 Goals
Total: 3.0
60%
Wolfsburg's matches this season average 3.3 goals per game (1.3 for, 2.0 against). Their head-to-head encounters with Paderborn have historically been high-scoring, with results like 5-4 and 2-4. Wolfsburg's defense is weak, conceding an average of 2.0 goals at home, making BTTS likely.
BOTH TEAMS TO SCORE
Yes
55%
Wolfsburg's matches this season average 3.3 goals per game (1.3 for, 2.0 against). Their head-to-head encounters with Paderborn have historically been high-scoring, with results like 5-4 and 2-4. Wolfsburg's defense is weak, conceding an average of 2.0 goals at home, making BTTS likely.
๐ More Markets
โฝ Goal Markets
Total Goals (O/U 1.5)
Over 1.5
With Wolfsburg's average total goals per game at 3.3 and a history of high-scoring H2H matches, at least two goals are highly probable.
Total Goals (O/U 3.5)
Over 3.5
While API-Sports suggests Under 2.5, the historical H2H between these teams has frequently seen 4 or more goals (e.g., 5-4, 2-4), and Wolfsburg's overall goal averages support this.
1st Half Goals (O/U 0.5)
Over 0.5
Wolfsburg scores or concedes in the first half in a significant percentage of their games, and the historical H2H suggests an open game from the start.
First Team to Score
Home
As the favored team with a strong H2H, Wolfsburg is more likely to open the scoring, especially at home.
Goal in Both Halves
Yes
Given the expectation of multiple goals and the attacking nature of their past encounters, it's reasonable to expect goals in both halves.
Most Likely Score
2-1
Based on Wolfsburg's average goals scored at home (1.2) and conceded (1.9), a 2-1 victory aligns with a narrow home win and both teams scoring, which is common in their H2H.
BTTS 1st Half
No
While BTTS is likely for the full match, both teams scoring in the first half is less common and carries higher risk.
xG Based (O/U 2.5)
Over 2.5 xG
Given the high-scoring H2H and Wolfsburg's average goals for and against, the match is likely to generate a combined xG of over 2.5.
๐ Result Markets
Double Chance
1X
Considering Wolfsburg's H2H dominance and the API-Sports comparison heavily favoring them, a home win or draw is a relatively safe bet, despite Wolfsburg's poor home form.
Draw No Bet
Home
Wolfsburg is favored to win, and the Draw No Bet market provides a safety net in case of a draw, returning the stake.
HT/FT
Draw/Home
Wolfsburg's poor home form suggests they might not start strongly, potentially leading to a draw at halftime, but their H2H advantage could see them secure a win in the second half.
๐ Team Stats
Total Corners (O/U 9.5)
Over 9.5
Bundesliga matches typically feature a good number of corners, and both teams will likely be pushing for goals, contributing to corner counts.
Total Cards (O/U 3.5)
Over 3.5
Bundesliga matches are often competitive, leading to a fair number of fouls and cards. Wolfsburg's season card data suggests a propensity for bookings.
Shots on Target (O/U 8.5)
Over 8.5
Given the expectation of goals and Wolfsburg's attacking average, both teams should contribute to a reasonable number of shots on target.
Total Shots (O/U 22.5)
Over 22.5
Both teams will be looking to create chances, leading to a high volume of shots throughout the match.
Total Fouls (O/U 22.5)
Over 22.5
Bundesliga matches are generally physical, and a competitive game, especially with Wolfsburg fighting relegation, is likely to see a good number of fouls.
Possession Winner
Home
As the Bundesliga team playing at home, Wolfsburg is expected to control possession against a potentially lower-division opponent.
VfL Wolfsburg Clean Sheet
No
VfL Wolfsburg has only managed 1 home clean sheet in 17 games this season, indicating a vulnerable defense. Given the high-scoring H2H, both teams are expected to score.
SC Paderborn 07 Clean Sheet
No
VfL Wolfsburg has only managed 1 home clean sheet in 17 games this season, indicating a vulnerable defense. Given the high-scoring H2H, both teams are expected to score.
VfL Wolfsburg vs SC Paderborn 07 โ Key Stats
These sides last met on 4 January 2022, when VfL Wolfsburg won 5-4 at home in a narrow but lively win. Over the last 5 meetings, VfL Wolfsburg hold a 3-0 edge, with 2 draws in between.
VfL Wolfsburg vs SC Paderborn 07 โ Recent Meetings
VfL Wolfsburg 5-4 SC Paderborn 07
โ Yes
9 (Over)
SC Paderborn 07 2-4 VfL Wolfsburg
โ Yes
6 (Over)
VfL Wolfsburg 1-1 SC Paderborn 07
โ Yes
2 (Under)
SC Paderborn 07 1-3 VfL Wolfsburg
โ Yes
4 (Over)
VfL Wolfsburg 1-1 SC Paderborn 07
โ Yes
2 (Under)
BTTS: 5/5 (100%) ยท Over 2.5: 3/5 (60%)
Volkswagen Arena
Home Ground
6:30 PM UTC
Thursday, May 21
Matchday kickoff
Bundesliga
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Betting Angles โ VfL Wolfsburg vs SC Paderborn 07
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AI Confidence: 13%
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Correlation: POSITIVE โ โ all legs support each other
Risk Assessment
High Risk- โ ๏ธMissing opponent data for SC Paderborn 07, leading to reliance on historical and limited current data.
- โ ๏ธVfL Wolfsburg's significantly poor home record (2 wins in 17 league games).
- โ ๏ธConflicting API-Sports prediction for draw percentage vs. overall win probability.
- โ ๏ธPotential for an upset or a draw given Wolfsburg's struggles and the unknown strength of Paderborn.
Data Quality Score
60%
Data quality: Poor for SC Paderborn 07 (missing current season stats), Moderate for VfL Wolfsburg (full season stats available).
Limitations
- โขIncomplete data for SC Paderborn 07, making a comprehensive statistical comparison impossible.
- โขReliance on historical H2H and Wolfsburg's individual season stats due to data gaps.
- โขConflicting signals from API-Sports regarding draw probability and total goals.
This prediction is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute betting advice.
VfL Wolfsburg vs SC Paderborn 07 โ FAQ
The provided data for SC Paderborn 07 indicates no matches played in the 2025 Bundesliga season, suggesting they might be in a lower division or the data is incomplete for this specific season. This limits the current form analysis.
Our soccer predictions weigh form, head-to-head record, home/away splits, league position, and current injury status across 16 leagues. Confidence is calibrated honestly โ a tight matchup stays 52-48 in our display rather than inflated. See the full methodology and other matches on our AI Soccer Predictions hub.