GERMAN 2.BUNDESLIGA BETTING PREVIEW - VFL BOCHUM VS SC PADERBORN

German 2.Bundesliga

2026-02-15 - VfL Bochum vs SC Paderborn

A Sports Betting Preview by Niko

VfL Bochum v SC Paderborn
Football; Germany: 2.Bundesliga
Vonovia Ruhrstadion – Bochum
Sunday, 15th February 2026 - kickoff 13:30 CET

VfL Bochum

VfL Bochum sit stable at mid-table in the 2.Bundesliga, having a season of rare flashes rather than serious consistency. They have recorded a balanced mix of results with more draws than outright wins, and while they aren’t in serious danger of relegation, a run of positive results is needed if they want to challenge for the top half.

VfL Bochum’s recent form has been mixed. They have drawn five of their last six matches, including a 1-1 draw with Preussen Munster last week. They dominated parts of the game, yet they could not hold on and secure the three points.

At home, VfL Bochum have a slightly better profile than on the road and typically see plenty of goal action; their matches often produce goals, with a high proportion of games featuring at least three goals. They are comfortable taking the initiative but often concede in transition.

SC Paderborn

SC Paderborn are enjoying a strong campaign and are sitting in the third Bundesliga playoff promotion spot. However, they cannot ever relax as a handful of teams are breathing down their necks.

SC Paderborn recorded a solid 2-1 win over Nurnberg last week, their seventh game from the last eight that ended with over 2.5 goals scored.

SC Paderborn also won the previous 2.Bundesliga meeting with VfL Bochum this season, 1-0, showing they can grind out results against this opponent. Historically, they have edged this fixture too, with a slight advantage in head-to-head wins, including four victories in the recent six overall meetings.

SC Paderborn are capable at both ends of the pitch — they create chances, score regularly, and their matches often feature goals, continuing the trend of open Germany second-division encounters. They are well-balanced and confident under pressure, typical of a team competing at the top of the table.

The Betting Verdict

VfL Bochum’s home ground can be lively, and they will make life difficult at times, but SC Paderborn’s consistency across the season suggests they are better placed to take points here.

Both teams tend to be involved in matches with goals, and recent fixtures involving these clubs often feature over 2.5 goals.

SC Paderborn has shown many mixed performances in recent weeks, which prevents me from backing them straight up.

Instead, I would go with both teams to score in this match, at fair odds.

The Pick :

VfL Bochum 2-2 SC Paderborn

FIXED ODDS BETTING :

Take both teams to score: YES at odds of 1.57 with Bet365