This 2. Bundesliga encounter sees VfL Bochum welcome Darmstadt to Vonovia Ruhrstadion, with both sides needing a result this Jan 18, 2026 at 1:30 PM.

VfL Bochum enter this contest riding a strong wave of form, with 3 wins from their last 5 matches. Darmstadt will be hoping to turn things around after a tough stretch.

Historically, VfL Bochum hold the edge with 4 wins to Darmstadt's 2 in 10 meetings. 4 of those have ended in draws. Their most recent meeting saw Darmstadt came out on top 1-4.

With so much at stake in the 2. Bundesliga, both teams will be eager to leave their mark. Fine margins could decide this contest.