SV Darmstadt 98 vs Energie Cottbus Predictions
2. Bundesliga · Germany
SV Darmstadt 98
Full Time
3 - 1
AI predicted 1 - 2
Energie Cottbus
Win Probability (1X2)
Best Value Pick
Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5
Match Result
7.6/10Darmstadt Rally to Overcome Early Scare and Down Energie Cottbus 3-1
SV Darmstadt 98 overturned an early deficit to secure a commanding 3-1 victory over Energie Cottbus at the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor. Despite falling behind in just the fourth minute, Darmstadt responded with resilience, gradually asserting themselves and ultimately outclassing their visitors with a clinical second-half display. The hosts' attacking intent was reflected in their 16 shots (7 on target), and they made their dominance count with goals in the 36th, 77th, and 88th minutes. Energie Cottbus started brightly, capitalizing on their early possession advantage (57% overall) to take the lead, but struggled to maintain their momentum as Darmstadt pressed higher and found their rhythm. Despite matching their opponents for shots on target (6), Cottbus lacked the cutting edge and defensive solidity to withstand Darmstadt’s late surge, conceding twice in the final quarter-hour.
💪 AI Prediction Report
DECENT HITPredicted
1 - 2
Actual
3 - 1
💰 Bet Results2/3 hit
Key Moments
4' — Goal
J. Butler puts Energie Cottbus ahead with an early strike.
36' — Goal
Lee Ho-Jae equalizes for Darmstadt, shifting the momentum.
77' — Goal
M. Smit scores to give Darmstadt a deserved lead.
88' — Goal
N. Weißhaupt seals the win with Darmstadt’s third goal.
Various' — Yellow Cards
Both teams pick up three yellow cards each in a competitive midfield battle.
SV Darmstadt 98
Darmstadt showed impressive character after conceding early, gradually growing into the match and dictating play with direct attacking moves. Their 4-4-2 formation allowed for width and numbers in the box, and they made the most of their 16 shots, with 7 testing the goalkeeper. The midfield worked tirelessly to disrupt Cottbus' rhythm, and the late goals showcased their ability to turn pressure into tangible results.
Key Players
Strengths
Weaknesses
Energie Cottbus
Cottbus began the match on the front foot, capitalizing on their early dominance in possession and taking a fourth-minute lead. Their 4-2-3-1 formation allowed for fluidity in midfield, but they struggled to convert possession into clear chances after their opener. Defensive lapses and a lack of attacking threat in the second half saw them concede three times, with late goals highlighting their struggles to contain Darmstadt's forwards.
Key Players
Strengths
Weaknesses
Tactical Analysis
Darmstadt lined up in a classic 4-4-2, focusing on width and directness, which allowed them to stretch Cottbus and create overloads in wide areas. Their midfield pressed aggressively after the early setback, disrupting Cottbus' attempts to control the tempo. The introduction of fresh legs in attack and midfield around the hour mark helped Darmstadt sustain their pressure, culminating in two late goals. Cottbus' 4-2-3-1 provided early control and helped them dominate possession (57%), but their midfield struggled to maintain intensity as the match wore on. Their defensive line was increasingly exposed by Darmstadt’s surging runs from deep, and their inability to adapt tactically after conceding the equalizer proved costly. Set pieces offered some threat, but they failed to capitalize on their 8 corners.
Turning Point
M. Smit’s goal in the 77th minute, which put Darmstadt ahead and shifted all momentum to the hosts.
Man of the Match
Lee Ho-Jae
Instrumental in Darmstadt’s comeback, scoring the vital equalizer and leading the line with energy and intelligence.
SV Darmstadt 98 vs Energie Cottbus: Match Preview
SV Darmstadt 98 enter this fixture rooted to the bottom of the 2. Bundesliga table, having collected just four points from six matches and conceding a league-high 13 goals. Their recent form string of 'WLWLL' includes a single league win and a heavy 1-5 defeat at Wolfsburg, with home results offering little respite (1W 1D 1L, 4:4). Energie Cottbus, in contrast, sit 7th with a positive goal difference and have scored 14 times, their only defeats coming in high-scoring contests.
The statistical contrast is stark: Darmstadt's attack averages just 0.83 goals per game, while their defence allows 2.17. Cottbus match that concession rate but compensate with 2.33 goals scored per match and a huge 20.8 shots and 7.2 on target per game over their last five. Both sides have seen high over 2.5 goal rates (Darmstadt 66.7%, Cottbus 83.3%), and Cottbus' away record (1W 1D 1L, 7:7) mirrors their all-action style. Set-piece data also hints at attacking intent, with Cottbus averaging 8.6 corners per game in their last five.
Given these rates, the model expects a high-event contest with Cottbus' superior attacking output likely to tip the balance. Darmstadt's inability to keep clean sheets and Cottbus' willingness to trade chances suggest both teams will score, but the visitors' shot volume and league position give them the edge.
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Over 2.5 Goals
61%
BTTS: Yes
62%
Likely Scores
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SV Darmstadt 98 vs Energie Cottbus Prediction Confidence at a Glance
How strongly the model leans on each market.
Stats Worth Knowing
The numbers behind SV Darmstadt 98 vs Energie Cottbus that most previews miss.
- 1Energie Cottbus matches have produced 27 goals in 6 league games (4.5 per match), the highest in the division.
- 2Darmstadt have failed to keep a single clean sheet in the league this season, conceding in all 6 matches.
- 3Cottbus average 8.6 corners per game over their last five matches, indicating sustained attacking pressure.
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Where the Model Sees Value: SV Darmstadt 98 vs Energie Cottbus(3)
Selections where the model's probability beats the bookmaker's implied probability. Expected value is computed from real consensus odds, not opinion.
Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5
Both teams average over 2 goals conceded per game and have season over 2.5 rates of 66.7% (Darmstadt) and 83.3% (Cottbus), supporting a high-goal environment.
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Match Result: Energie Cottbus Win
Cottbus score 2.33 goals per game and have a balanced away record (1W 1D 1L, 7:7), while Darmstadt sit bottom with the league's worst defence (2.17 conceded per game).
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BTTS: Yes
Cottbus have seen BTTS in 3 of their last 5 and Darmstadt have failed to score in 2 of 5 but both defences are conceding at least 2 per game, so BTTS is statistically favoured.
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The Case For This SV Darmstadt 98 vs Energie Cottbus Prediction
Statistically, this is a clash between the league's most porous defence and one of its most prolific, if leaky, attacks. Energie Cottbus arrive with a +1 goal difference and 14 scored in 6, while Darmstadt sit bottom, conceding 13 in the same span. The rates point to a high-probability goal environment, with Cottbus' shot volume and attacking output likely to overwhelm a Darmstadt side that have failed to keep a clean sheet all season.
Key Factors at a Glance
Defence
- →Darmstadt have conceded 2.17 goals per game this season, the worst in the division.
- →Cottbus average 2.33 goals scored per game and 2.17 conceded, with an 83% over 2.5 goal rate.
- →Darmstadt's home record is only marginally better than their away, with 4 goals scored and 4 conceded in 3 home matches.
🚩 SV Darmstadt 98 vs Energie Cottbus Corners Prediction
medium confidenceOur corners model projects roughly 5.2 corners for SV Darmstadt 98 and 6.5 for Energie Cottbus, for an expected total of 11.7. That makes the model lean Over 9.5 corners (73%). Over 8.5: 82% · Over 10.5: 62%.
How SV Darmstadt 98 and Energie Cottbus Are Arriving
Form, fitness and who's likely to start.
SV Darmstadt 98 vs Energie Cottbus Goalscorer Form
Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.
SV Darmstadt 98last 5 matchesIn exceptional form
Regular contributor
Occasional threat
Occasional threat
Occasional threat
Occasional threat
Energie Cottbuslast 5 matchesScoring consistently
Occasional threat
Occasional threat
Occasional threat
Occasional threat
Occasional threat
Darmstadt's recent league form is poor, with just one win in their last five and heavy defeats including a 1-5 loss at Wolfsburg. Cottbus, meanwhile, have stabilised after two early losses, picking up five points from their last three and scoring freely (2.2 goals per game in their last five). The momentum is clearly with the visitors.
SV Darmstadt 98 vs Energie Cottbus — Last 7 Matches
Strengths
- +Solid recent form — 3+ wins in last 5
- +Prolific attack — 2.6 goals/game (last 5)
- +Over 2.5 goals in 71.43% of games this season
Concerns
- −Leaky defence — 2.0 conceded/game
Strengths
- +Prolific attack — 2.2 goals/game (last 5)
- +Both teams scoring in most recent games
- +Over 2.5 goals in 85.71% of games this season
- +High-volume attack — 14 shots/game
Concerns
- −Leaky defence — 2.0 conceded/game
What History Says: SV Darmstadt 98 vs Energie Cottbus
There is no recent head-to-head data available for these teams, so no direct matchup trends or recurring scorelines can be identified.
SV Darmstadt 98 vs Energie Cottbus Head-to-Head History
Last 1 meeting between these sides
1
SV Darmstadt 98 wins
0
Draws
0
Energie Cottbus wins
Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: SV Darmstadt 98 vs Energie Cottbus
With bookmaker odds unavailable, value edges cannot be formally calculated. However, the model's strong lean towards high goals and an away win suggests that if market prices underrate Cottbus or the over 2.5 line, those would be the areas to watch for value.
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1X2
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams Score
Best Value Markets Found by the Model
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Things to Watch: SV Darmstadt 98 vs Energie Cottbus
- ⚠️No head-to-head data available, so matchup-specific history is missing.
- ⚠️Small sample size for both teams' current league campaigns (6 matches).
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Final Verdict
SV Darmstadt 98 1–2 Energie CottbusThe model projects a 2-1 win for Energie Cottbus, primarily on the strength of their 2.33 goals per game scoring rate and Darmstadt's league-worst defence. The likeliest way this goes wrong is if Darmstadt's attack, which has underperformed its shot numbers, finally converts at a higher rate or if Cottbus' defensive lapses prove more costly than the averages suggest.
SV Darmstadt 98 vs Energie Cottbus: Common Questions
Who will win SV Darmstadt 98 vs Energie Cottbus?
The model gives Energie Cottbus a 45% chance of victory, compared to 23% for Darmstadt and 32% for the draw. Cottbus' superior attacking output and Darmstadt's defensive frailty drive this edge.
Will both teams score in SV Darmstadt 98 vs Energie Cottbus?
There is a 61% probability of both teams scoring, as both sides concede over 2 goals per game and Cottbus have seen BTTS in 3 of their last 5 league matches.
How likely is over 2.5 goals in this match?
The probability for over 2.5 goals is 64%, supported by Darmstadt's 66.7% and Cottbus' 83.3% over 2.5 rates so far this season.
How This Prediction Was Made
The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for SV Darmstadt 98 vs Energie Cottbus: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.
This fixture was routed to The Numbers Desk, the statistical baseline — season-long rates, splits and distributions. An AI model running that profile analyses the pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.
Last updated: 3 October 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.
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