The upcoming 2. Bundesliga match will see SC Paderborn 07 and Fortuna Düsseldorf face off at the Home Deluxe Arena in Germany on Sunday, April 13, 2025. This game follows their last encounter on November 9, 2024, which ended in a draw. In their recent head-to-head clashes, both teams have secured one win each while sharing the spoils once as well. As the anticipation builds, reviewing the teams’ recent performances and statistics offers valuable insights into their probable outcomes.

In terms of recent form, SC Paderborn 07 enters this encounter on the back of a goalless draw against SSV Jahn Regensburg. In contrast, Fortuna Düsseldorf suffered a 1-4 defeat at the hands of Hamburger SV. Within their domestic league standings, SC Paderborn 07 is currently fifth, edging Fortuna Düsseldorf, which sits in the ninth position.

A deeper analysis of both teams' performance metrics is revealing. On the last outing, Fortuna Düsseldorf controlled 56% of the possession, outshining SC Paderborn 07, which held 44%. Despite this, SC Paderborn 07 created a significant chance, whereas Fortuna Düsseldorf did not have any. In total shots taken, Fortuna Düsseldorf led with 11, compared to SC Paderborn's 7. Fortuna Düsseldorf's goalkeeper made just one save versus SC Paderborn 07's three saves. The two teams were evenly matched in corner kicks, with Fortuna Düsseldorf managing five against SC Paderborn's four.

Examining individual players, SC Paderborn 07's F. Bilbija stands out with six goals this season, making him a key threat for Fortuna Düsseldorf. Conversely, S. K. Appelkamp has been efficient in distributing play, contributing four assists for Fortuna Düsseldorf. Player ratings further illustrate individual capabilities, with Ísak Bergmann Jóhannesson, Florian Kastenmeier, and Dawid Kownacki earning top scores for Fortuna Düsseldorf and Aaron Zehnter, Raphael Obermair, and Pelle Boevink high ratings for SC Paderborn 07.

Strategically, SC Paderborn 07 averages a 52.48% possession rate this season, slightly higher than Fortuna Düsseldorf's 50.04%. There is a pattern of SC Paderborn 07 outperforming in set-pieces, with an average of 6.48 corners per match compared to 5.28 by Fortuna Düsseldorf. As for discipline records, SC Paderborn 07 has incurred 50 yellow cards, 4 red cards, and conceded 4 penalties to date, while Fortuna Düsseldorf has accumulated 68 yellow cards, 2 red cards, and allowed 7 penalties.

Considering all statistical viewpoints, both teams appear evenly matched. However, the slight edge in league position and player form could potentially favor SC Paderborn 07 to clinch a victory in this forthcoming bout.