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Energie Cottbus entertain VfL Bochum on 30 October 2026 · 17:30 at Stadion der Freundschaft (Cottbus), with Florian Lechner the man in the middle. We do not see a favourite here. Read on for our tip, the estimated probabilities, missing players and match analysis.
Energie Cottbus vs VfL Bochum: odds from several bookmakers
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top odds available | 3.17 | 3.80 | 2.32 |
| Market average | 2.93 | 3.64 | 2.19 |
| Lowest odds | 2.44 | 3.22 | 2.10 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.15 | 1.12 | 83.5% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.49 | 1.45 | 64.3% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.75 | 2.61 | 35.7% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 2.25 | 2.15 | 43.7% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.44 | 1.40 | 66.3% |
| BTTS – no | 2.88 | 2.76 | 33.7% |
Our odds combine the prices of several bookmakers and were refreshed 30/10/26, 13:43. Use them for guidance only, since one operator may quote differently. The margin averages 7.5%.
Match at a glance
- Likely result: Energie Cottbus 1–1 VfL Bochum, roughly 4 goals in total.
- Table: Energie Cottbus 14th (10 points), VfL Bochum 11th (11 points).
- Form in the competition: Energie Cottbus 2W 4D 3L (17:18), VfL Bochum 2W 2D 5L (6:10).
- H2H: 7 matches: Energie Cottbus 1W 2D 4L, goals 6–10.
- Absences: Energie Cottbus 0, VfL Bochum 0.
Who will win Energie Cottbus vs VfL Bochum?
To reach this estimate we remove the margin from several bookmakers' odds. Nothing about the outcome is guaranteed.
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Fair odds = 1 / probability. Whenever the best odds on offer top the fair odds, that price is value. Likely: ≥ 60%; possible: 50–60%; outsider: anything under 50%.
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Energie Cottbus vs VfL Bochum: injuries, suspensions, absences
Energie Cottbus
- No reported absences
VfL Bochum
- No reported absences
Absences can still change up to kick-off.
Energie Cottbus vs VfL Bochum: form and table
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Hertha BSC | 10 | 9-1-0 | 23:8 | 28 |
| 2 |  1. FC Nürnberg | 10 | 6-3-1 | 24:13 | 21 |
| 3 |  VfL Wolfsburg | 10 | 5-4-1 | 25:14 | 19 |
| 4 |  1. FC Kaiserslautern | 10 | 5-3-2 | 9:7 | 18 |
| 5 |  1. FC Magdeburg | 10 | 5-2-3 | 21:13 | 17 |
| 6 |  1. FC Heidenheim | 10 | 4-3-3 | 17:18 | 15 |
| 7 |  Arminia Bielefeld | 10 | 4-2-4 | 16:15 | 14 |
| 8 |  FC St. Pauli | 10 | 2-6-2 | 12:12 | 12 |
| 9 |  SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 10 | 3-3-4 | 13:16 | 12 |
| 10 |  VfL Osnabrück | 10 | 3-2-5 | 14:17 | 11 |
| 11 | VfL Bochum | 10 | 3-2-5 | 8:11 | 11 |
| 12 |  Hannover 96 | 10 | 3-2-5 | 10:16 | 11 |
| 13 |  Karlsruher SC | 10 | 3-2-5 | 13:21 | 11 |
| 14 | Energie Cottbus | 10 | 2-4-4 | 18:20 | 10 |
| 15 |  Eintracht Braunschweig | 10 | 3-1-6 | 16:18 | 10 |
| 16 |  SV Darmstadt 98 | 10 | 2-3-5 | 9:19 | 9 |
| 17 |  Holstein Kiel | 10 | 1-5-4 | 10:12 | 8 |
| 18 |  Dynamo Dresden | 10 | 2-2-6 | 12:20 | 8 |
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Energie Cottbus vs VfL Bochum: our match analysis
Why this is our tip
- Table. Energie Cottbus: 14th, 10 points from 10 matches (2W 4D 4L). VfL Bochum: 11th, 11 points (3W 2D 5L).
- Attack and defence. Goals per game in this competition: Energie Cottbus 1.9 scored and 2.0 conceded, VfL Bochum 0.7 scored and 1.1 conceded.
- Form in the competition. Energie Cottbus: 2W 4D 3L, goals 17–18; VfL Bochum: 2W 2D 5L, goals 6–10.
- Head to head. Head to head over 7 meetings: Energie Cottbus 1 win, VfL Bochum 4 wins, plus 2 draws; goals 6–10.
What to expect
We see a fairly level contest. The projected scoreline is 2–2, close to 4 goals in the game, and the outcome we rate highest is 1–1 (10.2%). We expect goals and an open game.
On goals we like Over 2.5 goals (odds 1.49), with a probability of 64% by our reckoning. By our numbers, both teams scoring is 66% and over 2.5 goals is 64%.
Main points of the prediction
- Meetings: 7; Energie Cottbus 1 win, 2 draws, VfL Bochum 4 wins.
- Average goals in their meetings: 2.3 per match.
- This competition, scored–conceded: Energie Cottbus 17–18, VfL Bochum 6–10.
- Projected: close to 4 goals; probability of over 2.5 goals 64%.
- Not available: Energie Cottbus 0, VfL Bochum 0.
Alternative tip: Under 3.5 goals
Other option: Under 3.5 goals (probability 56%, odds up to 1.75). We project close to 4 goals, which points the same way.
Absences
Not available for Energie Cottbus: no absences. Not available for VfL Bochum: no absences. Line-ups can still change, so look at the team news again before kick-off.
Energie Cottbus vs VfL Bochum: the numbers side by side
Only this season's games feed into these numbers, so treat them with care: the sample is small.
Form in the competition
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Energie Cottbus vs VfL Bochum: common questions
Which bet do we recommend for Energie Cottbus vs VfL Bochum?
On the result, our pick is Draw or VfL Bochum (X2) (1.40); on goals, Over 2.5 goals (1.49). Prefer less risk? Go for Draw or VfL Bochum (X2).
Who will win Energie Cottbus vs VfL Bochum?
As we see it: Energie Cottbus to win 32%, the draw 26%, VfL Bochum to win 43%.
What is the kick-off time and venue?
30 October 2026, 17:30, at Stadion der Freundschaft, Cottbus. Referee: Florian Lechner.
Who will be missing?
Energie Cottbus: no absences. VfL Bochum: no absences. Absences can still change up to kick-off.
Will the game go over 2.5 goals?
We give over 2.5 goals a 64% chance (odds 1.49), against 36% for under 2.5 (odds 2.75).
Will both teams score?
By our numbers, both sides scoring is 66% (odds 1.44).
What correct score is most probable?
In order: 1–1 (10.2%), 1–2 (8.9%), 2–1 (7.6%).
Where do your predictions come from?
It all starts with bookmaker odds: we take prices from several firms, remove the margin, average them and convert the result into probabilities. A Poisson model then supplies the expected goals and the most probable scorelines. Form, previous meetings and absences are shown alongside as background. We share our predictions to inform you, and they cannot promise that a bet will win.
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