VfL Bochum faces Preußen Münster on Friday. A win for VfL Bochum could secure their spot in the league.

What's at stake?

VfL Bochum is currently 8th, while Preußen Münster is 15th. A win for VfL Bochum would increase the gap to the relegation zone.

The teams' form

VfL Bochum has won 3 and drawn 2 of their last 5 matches. Preußen Münster, on the other hand, has not won in 6 games.

DateMatchdayResult
2026-05-1734Karlsruher SC - VfL Bochum 1:2

Münster's strategy

Münster's coach Alexander Ende wants to prevent VfL Bochum's counter-attacks. VfL Bochum has often been successful through counter-attacks over the flanks in recent matches.

Münster's squad

Preußen Münster has nine injured or suspended players. VfL Bochum, on the other hand, has a broader squad with new players like Mikkel Rakne.

VfL Bochum is currently 9th in the 2. Bundesliga with 44 points from 34 matches. They have won 3 and drawn 2 of their last 5 games. A win against Münster would move VfL Bochum in the right direction.