Optik Rathenow host FC Mecklenburg Schwerin on Sunday, May 9 at 2:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 1 point in the Oberliga NOFV Nord 25/26, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Optik Rathenow come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 1D 1L). FC Mecklenburg Schwerin, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (2W 2D 0L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks.

History strongly favours Optik Rathenow here — they've won 5 of 6 previous meetings against FC Mecklenburg Schwerin, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 1–1 draw. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.0 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Optik Rathenow a slight edge, but FC Mecklenburg Schwerin are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.