Sportfreunde Lotte desperately need points on Saturday, Feb 13 at 2:00 PM in the Regionalliga West. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Bochum II come into this fixture in good form (3W 1D 1L recently). Sportfreunde Lotte travel struggling badly (1W 4L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

In 10 previous meetings, Bochum II lead 2–4 with 4 draws. Their last encounter ended in Sportfreunde Lotte won 0–1. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.6 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: The gulf in league position makes Bochum II clear favorites, but Sportfreunde Lotte have shown they can grind out results. Expect Bochum II to take the points, potentially without being at their best.