Elversberg vs Paderborn Prediction 3 May 2026
🔊 The clash between Elversberg and Paderborn promises to be an intriguing encounter. Both teams are in fine form and occupy high positions in the league table. Paderborn, sitting in second place, are eager to solidify their promotion ambitions, while Elversberg, currently fourth, are equally keen to challenge for the top spots. Expect a tense battle from both sides in this matchup.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between these teams took place on 06 December 2025, ending in a 1-2 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of the statistics from that match (Paderborn were the home side):
- possession: 49% vs 51%;
- corners: 3 vs 10;
- fouls: 19 vs 5;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 1;
- shots on target: 3 vs 5.
📊 Statistical preview of official encounters between Elversberg and Paderborn:
- 5 matches played;
- home wins - 2, away wins - 2, draws - 1;
- goals scored - 9 each;
- average total goals in the first half - 1, in the second half - 2.6;
- average total goals per match - 3.6.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

07 Elversberg Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the 2. Bundesliga, with Darmstadt hosting Elversberg. The game ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Elversberg vs Darmstadt):
- possession percentage: 53% vs 47%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 5;
- fouls: 19 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs 4.
⚫ Elversberg have been showcasing strong performances at home. Over their last 10 matches, the team has secured 5 victories and suffered only two defeats. Their average scoring rate stands at 1.8 goals per game, while their defense remains solid, conceding just 1.2 goals on average. Currently sitting fourth in the league, Elversberg aim to maintain their position among the season's frontrunners, leveraging their home advantage to achieve this goal.
Match Results: 07 Elversberg

Paderborn 07 Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the 2. Bundesliga, facing Paderborn away. The game ended with a scoreline of 2-3.
Here are the match statistics (Paderborn vs Schalke):
- possession: 45% vs 55%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 2;
- fouls: 12 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 4 vs 7.
🔵 Paderborn are delivering impressive performances both at home and away. The team have won three of their last five matches and currently sit second in the league, largely due to their attacking prowess-averaging 2.1 goals per match while conceding an average of 1.4 goals per game. Their most recent head-to-head clash ended in a 2-1 victory for Elversberg, which adds extra motivation for Paderborn to seek revenge.
Match Results: Paderborn 07
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Played - 5;
- Home wins - 2, Away wins - 2, Draws - 1.
Statistics: Elversberg vs Paderborn
- Matches in the tournament: 31 vs 31;
- Wins: 16 vs 17;
- Win %: 52% vs 55%;
- Losses: 7 vs 7;
- Draws: 8 vs 7.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 5 vs 5;
- Losses: 2 vs 1;
- Draws: 3 vs 4.
- Paderborn win with a +1.5 handicap in 15 of their last 16 away matches.
- Paderborn secure a +1.5 handicap win in 14 of their last 15 away games (2. Bundesliga).
- Paderborn achieve a +1.5 handicap victory in 13 consecutive matches (2. Bundesliga).
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches (Average Total):
- Home team - 1.8, Away team - 1.8;
- In head-to-head matches - 3.6;
- Both teams scored: Overall - 5 times; At home - 2 times.
Average Total Statistics: Elversberg vs Paderborn
- In the tournament: 2.9 vs 2.97;
- Goals scored: 1.77 vs 1.74;
- In the first half: 0.71 vs 0.71;
- In the second half: 1.06 vs 1.03;
- Elversberg: At home in the tournament - 1.8;
- Paderborn: Away in the tournament - 1.4;
- Last 10 matches: 1.8 (home - 2.2) vs 2.1 (away - 1.4).
- Paderborn have scored in 9 consecutive matches (2. Bundesliga).
Corners Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average total corners in head-to-head matches - 8.4 (4.6 for home team and 3.8 for away team);
- Average total corners at home - 7 (2.5 for home team and 4.5 for away team).
Elversberg: Statistics
- Season: Average total in the tournament - 6.32; At home - 6.53;
- Last 10 matches: Average total - 6.5; At home - 7.
Paderborn: Statistics
- Season: Average total in the tournament - 5.23, Away - 4.27;
- Last 10 matches: Average total - 4.4; Away - 3.2.
- Elversberg take over 4.5 corners at home in 12 of their last 13 matches (2. Bundesliga).
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Played - 5;
- Both teams scored overall - 5 times;
- At home - 2 times.
Statistics: Elversberg vs Paderborn
- Tournament matches played: 31 vs 31;
- Season matches where both teams scored (BTTS): 17 vs 21;
- Elversberg: BTTS at home - 7 (47%);
- Paderborn: BTTS away - 8 (53%).
Last 10 Matches:
- BTTS matches: 7 vs 8;
- Elversberg: BTTS at home - 3 (60%);
- Paderborn: BTTS away - 3 (60%).
- Elversberg score and concede in all their last five head-to-head matches against Paderborn (2. Bundesliga).
- Paderborn score and concede in 8 of their last 9 matches (2. Bundesliga).
Exact Score Prediction
Frequent Results Statistics (Current Season):
- The most common scoreline in the tournament: 2-1 (31/279, 11.1%);
- Elversberg's most frequent home result: 1-0 (4/15, 26.7%);
- Paderborn's most frequent away result: 1-2 (3/15, 20%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top three outcomes:
1-1 - 10.93% (Odds: 8)
1-0 - 10.08% (Odds: 12)
2-1 - 8.9% (Odds: 8.5)
⭐ Editor's Prediction
This match promises an open scenario. Both teams rely on high-intensity football with quick transitions and actively create chances, yet they lack defensive reliability. Elversberg play boldly at home, consistently pressuring the penalty area, while Paderborn regularly find opportunities through vertical attacks. Matches with this style rarely end in a low-scoring outcome. Expect a dynamic game with chances at both ends. Our bet: total over 2.5 goals.
