Borussia Monchengladbach vs Schalke Prediction: The home side to deepen the woes of Schalke

The Bundesliga match between Borussia Monchengladbach and Schalke will take place at the Borussia Park on Saturday, February 4. The hosts’ season has been uneventful, and they are now farther behind in the competition for European football. However, Monchengladbach won their first game after the resumption last Saturday, defeating Hoffenheim.

Schalke finally ended their run of loss when they drew Koln in the match played on week 18. A win for Stuttgart does not really change their chances of avoiding the drop. Monchengladbach, on the other hand, will be aiming to move up the league table and a consecutive win will be a step in the right direction.

The early return of Lars Stindl from the injury was a major boost for Monchengladbach. He showed his class with a di]double in the 4-1 win over Hoffenheim last week. For the home side to play European football next season, they need to keep him from injury at all costs.

At home, Monchengladbach have won six and drawn three of the nine matches played. Borussia Monchengladbach scored an amazing 22 goals and conceded just 13 when playing at home. Statistically, Monchengladbach at home average over 3.5 goals per game.

Schalke have had a dreadful season and is currently mired in the relegation zone. They recently drew 0-0 with Koln and may have been due for a better result following a promising performance, but they were unable to score. With just ten points amassed, the visitors are dead last in the Bundesliga.

Away from home, Schalke have not won a single match in the eight they have played so far. They have conceded 16 goals and scored four. Considering the poor away form of Schalke, it is difficult to see a win.

Borussia Monchengladbach average about 3.5 goals when they play at home while Schalke have not won an away match this season. We, therefore, expect goals in this match and a win for the home side. A combo of home and over 3.5 may be risky but looks very likely. Other combinations can be derived from this.

Below are the expert predictions.

• W1 and over 3.5 for 3.35 odds (betking);
• Handicap (Home -1) for 1.9 odds (1xbet);
• Over 2.5 goals for 1.60 odds (bet365)