VfL Bochum 1-1 VfL Wolfsburg: result and AI prediction

VfL Bochum – VfL Wolfsburg, 2. Bundesliga, Friday, October 23, 2026 at 05:30 PM (GMT). Venue: Vonovia Ruhrstadion

VfL Bochum is #16 in the table (7 pts) and VfL Wolfsburg #3 (15 pts). 13 places separate the two teams in the table. VfL Bochum has not won any of its last 5 matches. VfL Wolfsburg is unbeaten in its last 5 matches. VfL Wolfsburg averages 2.8 goals per match this season. Their last meeting, on February 22, 2025, ended VfL Wolfsburg 1-1 VfL Bochum.

VfL BochumVfL Bochum
Final score1 - 1
VfL WolfsburgVfL Wolfsburg
AI predicted: 1-2 · Final score: 1-1Missed

AI confidence: Medium

AI match recap

Bochum enter a high-pressure Friday night needing to arrest a poor run and make their home crowd an asset rather than an anxious backdrop. Rösler wants more bodies attacking the area, but that more aggressive setup gives Wolfsburg's fast wide forwards space to counter into. Wolfsburg bring the steadier form, a fit-again Glatzel and greater depth, while Bochum are managing several longer-term absences. The contest hinges on whether Bochum can turn early territory into chances before Wolfsburg's transition game takes over.

Head-to-head analysis

Wolfsburg have had the stronger overall recent series, including a win on their last visit to Bochum, but this fixture has still produced home wins for Bochum and a recent draw. The historical record supports a competitive, often open matchup rather than a one-sided rivalry.

Injuries and absences

Bochum's reported long-term absences remove useful depth at a moment when Rösler may need changes in both energy and attacking thrust. Wolfsburg's immediate concern has eased, with Glatzel back in training and available after illness.

Form (last 5)

VfL BochumLeague position #16 · 7 ptsL L L
VfL WolfsburgLeague position #3 · 15 ptsW D W

VfL Bochum vs VfL Wolfsburg stats

VfL BochumVfL Wolfsburg
Played88
Goals scored522
Goals conceded913
Clean sheets12

Last meetings

  • 2025-02-22VfL Wolfsburg 1-1 VfL Bochum
  • 2024-10-05VfL Bochum 1-3 VfL Wolfsburg
  • 2024-04-20VfL Wolfsburg 1-0 Vfl Bochum
  • 2023-12-02Vfl Bochum 3-1 VfL Wolfsburg
  • 2023-04-22Vfl Bochum 1-5 VfL Wolfsburg
  • 2022-10-29VfL Wolfsburg 4-0 Vfl Bochum

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