Saturday’s showdown at the BBBank Wildpark promises to be a thrilling encounter as Karlsruher SC hosts SC Paderborn 07 in the 2. Bundesliga. The home side will look to bounce back from recent setbacks, but face a tough test against a Paderborn team that’s been gaining momentum.

The visitors come into this fixture with a 45% win probability, according to the predictions. Their recent head-to-head record against Karlsruher isn’t too shabby either - out of their last seven meetings, Karlsruher have managed only one win. Paderborn has a strong upper hand with four wins and two draws.

The projected winner tag sits firmly on Paderborn’s shoulder. And the bookmaker odds reflect that too - with the visitors priced at a slender 1.95 and the hosts a more generous 3.50. Add in the double chance of a draw or a Paderborn win - and it seems the smart money is on the away side.

Karlsruher will need to find a way to break down their opponents and get some joy in front of goal - they’ve been struggling to hit the back of the net. Expected goals bands sit at under 2.5 for both sides - suggesting a low-scoring affair could be on the cards.

But don’t write off Karlsruher just yet. The home side still holds a decent draw probability - sitting at a healthy 45%. And with the backing of their fans in the Wildpark - they might just find that bit of magic to turn the tide.

Kick-off is set for Saturday at 12:00 GMT. Will Karlsruher find a way to upset the odds - or will Paderborn prove too strong? The stage is set for a gripping contest in the 2. Bundesliga - and it’s anyone’s game at the BBBank Wildpark.