Fortuna Dusseldorf vs Schalke 04

Fortuna Düsseldorf vs Schalke 04 – Expert Analysis

The upcoming match between Fortuna Düsseldorf and Schalke 04 on December 5, 2025, presents intriguing betting opportunities based on statistical predictions. With a rich history of competitive encounters, this fixture promises to be a tactical battle, potentially influencing various betting markets. The odds suggest a cautious approach in the first half for both teams, with significant interest in low-scoring outcomes.

Key Predictions and Insights

• Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: 98.60
  The odds indicate a high likelihood that neither team will score in the opening half, suggesting a tight and defensive start to the match.
• Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half: 87.40
  Fortuna Düsseldorf is expected to remain goalless in the first half, reinforcing the anticipation of a defensively cautious opening.
• Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: 69.80
  While the second half is slightly more open to goals, the odds still favor a scenario where neither team finds the back of the net.
• Over 1.5 Goals: 69.40
  Despite low scoring in the first half, there is a reasonable chance for more than one and a half goals overall, indicating potential for increased activity later in the game.
• Sum of Goals 2 or 3: 66.30
  The most probable outcome is that the total number of goals scored will be either two or three, suggesting a moderate scoring game.
• Over 4.5 Cards: 63.20
  The match is expected to see a relatively high number of cautions, indicating possible physical play and contentious moments.
• Last Goal 73+ Minutes: 56.10
  There is a significant chance that the deciding goal will come late in the match, adding drama to the proceedings.
• Draw In First Half: 57.60
  A draw at halftime is highly probable, reflecting the anticipated cautious approach by both teams.
• Under 0.5 Goals HT: 59.30
  The expectation is for fewer than half a goal by halftime, underscoring the defensive strategies likely employed by both sides.
• Both Teams Not to Score: 54.30
  The likelihood of an end-to-end draw with no goals scored by either side remains notable.
• Away Team To Win: 57.00
  Schalke 04 has a solid chance of securing victory, reflecting their potential to capitalize on any openings.
• Home Team To Score In 2nd Half: 54.10
  Fortuna Düsseldorf might find their scoring rhythm in the second half, possibly altering the dynamics of the match.
• Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half: 54.20
  Schalke’s offensive efforts are expected to be muted in the first half, aligning with broader defensive trends.
• Away Team To Score In 2nd Half: 54.50
  The away side is likely to find their goal-scoring opportunities as the game progresses into its latter stages.
• Under 5.5 Cards: 55.80
  While there is an expectation of several cautions, it’s unlikely that there will be an excessive number of cards issued.
• Yellow Cards: 4.10
  On average, four yellow cards are anticipated, indicating potential discipline issues during play.

The statistical averages further support these predictions with an average total of approximately two goals (2.91), with Fortuna Düsseldorf conceding about one goal (1.24) and scoring around two (2.27). These figures suggest a tightly contested match with modest goal expectations.