SV Darmstadt 98 0-0 FC St. Pauli: result and AI prediction

SV Darmstadt 98 – FC St. Pauli, 2. Bundesliga, Friday, October 23, 2026 at 05:30 PM (GMT). Venue: Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor

SV Darmstadt 98 is #17 in the table (7 pts) and FC St. Pauli #7 (11 pts). 10 places separate the two teams in the table. FC St. Pauli is unbeaten in its last 5 matches. Last 6 head-to-head meetings: SV Darmstadt 98 2, draws 2, FC St. Pauli 2. Their last meeting, on May 6, 2023, ended SV Darmstadt 98 0-3 FC St. Pauli.

AI predicted: 1-2 · Final score: 0-0Missed

AI confidence: Medium

AI match recap

This is a demanding home test for Darmstadt after another uneven league performance and a quick turnaround from Karlsruhe. The Böllenfalltor crowd and Darmstadt's recent home results give them a platform, especially if they turn the game into a set-piece and second-ball contest. St. Pauli arrive more settled, with a fully available squad and a clear intention to take possession early. The decisive battle is whether Darmstadt can impose physical pressure without exposing their defensive line to St. Pauli's speed.

Head-to-head analysis

The recent series is mixed, with each club having recorded emphatic wins as well as tight draws. Darmstadt have often been strong in this fixture at the Böllenfalltor, but St. Pauli won on their most recent visit.

Injuries and absences

Darmstadt's absences reduce Kohfeldt's options across midfield and wide areas, while the coach is also considering changes after Karlsruhe. St. Pauli's fully available group gives Rapp greater flexibility, including Hrgota as either a starter or an attacking substitute.

Form (last 5)

SV Darmstadt 98League position #17 · 7 ptsL W L
FC St. PauliLeague position #7 · 11 ptsD W D

SV Darmstadt 98 vs FC St. Pauli stats

SV Darmstadt 98FC St. Pauli
Played88
Goals scored811
Goals conceded189
Clean sheets02

Last meetings

  • 2023-05-06SV Darmstadt 98 0-3 FC St. Pauli
  • 2022-10-29FC St. Pauli 1-1 SV Darmstadt 98
  • 2022-04-23FC St. Pauli 1-2 SV Darmstadt 98
  • 2021-11-20SV Darmstadt 98 4-0 FC St. Pauli
  • 2021-02-20FC St. Pauli 3-2 SV Darmstadt 98
  • 2020-10-24SV Darmstadt 98 2-2 FC St. Pauli

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