Dortmund vs Paderborn prediction & probabilities (2026-09-12)

Bundesliga

Dortmund vs Paderborn Correct Score

2026-09-12 · 14:30
Correct Score2-0Most likely · 10.0%
Best predictionMost likely · 10.0% · 2-0No single outcome dominates, read the distribution. Calibrated, not a tip.
ConvictionOpen

Expert AI analysis

Our model lands on Most likely · 10.0% at 2-0, its strongest read on the Correct Score market. Recent output points the same way: Dortmund have averaged 2.0 scored and 1.0 conceded, Paderborn 0.6 and 1.6 over their recent games. That fits an open goals environment: 67.4% for over 2.5 and 86.5% for at least two goals. Their last 4 meetings have averaged 5.0 goals a game. Calibrated against real results, we show the read, not a sure thing.

Correct Score

Most likely2-0 10.0%
Scoreline Probability
2-0 10.0%
2-1 9.3%
3-0 8.5%
3-1 7.9%
1-1 7.7%
1-0 7.5%
4-0 5.4%
4-1 5.0%

Score probability grid

Dortmund \ Paderborn 0 1 2 3 4 5
0 3% 3% 1% · · ·
1 8% 8% 3% 1% · ·
2 10% 9% 4% 1% · ·
3 9% 8% 4% 1% · ·
4 5% 5% 2% 1% · ·
5 3% 3% 1% · · ·

Rows = Dortmund goals, columns = Paderborn. The most likely scoreline is 2-0 at 10.0%. Rather than one score, the model spreads probability across the whole grid, that distribution is the real signal. Read the heatmap as a map of likelihood, not a prediction of one score.

Goals distribution

The model’s probability for the total number of goals, the shape behind every goals market. The 5+ bar groups every result with five or more goals.

3.5%

0

10.1%

1

19.1%

2

21.7%

3

18.8%

4

22.4%

5+

In-depth analysis

73.9%Favoured: Dortmund
56.0%Both Teams to Score
67.4%Over 2.5 goals

On the goals side, the model sees 67.4% for three or more goals and 86.5% for at least two, painting a balanced picture. With Dortmund favoured at 73.9%, a one-sided game can cap the goals at one end.

We publish the model, not a sure thing. Calibration is our edge, not beating the market.

Model lenses

Different analytical lenses our model applies to the same calibrated data, not separate tipsters, and never a tip.

The CalibratorRaw model read: 2-0 on Correct Score, graded against real out-of-sample results, no odds attached.
The TacticianSees an open, higher-tempo game from the 67.4% over 2.5 read.
The ScoutDortmund are the model’s pick on the result at 73.9%, game state shapes how this market plays out.
The RealistThis one sits near a coin-flip, the honest read is low conviction, no strong lean.

Key players

S

Serhou GuirassyDortmund · 3.14 shots/90
To score 46.0%

R

Rayan PhilippePaderborn · 2.8 shots/90
To score 15.3%

This season’s squad only, rated on recent form; a watch list, not a confirmed lineup.

Form & head-to-head

DortmundLWWWW
PaderbornLLLDL

Last 4 meetings: Dortmund 2 · 2 draws · Paderborn 0 · 5.0 goals/game.

FAQ

What is the most likely score in Dortmund vs Paderborn?
The model's most likely scoreline for Dortmund vs Paderborn is 2-0 at 10.0%.

How is this probability calculated?
We fit a goals and markets model (Dixon-Coles plus an xG strength model and an ensemble) on real match data, then calibrate the output against out-of-sample results. It is a calibrated model probability, not an odds-derived tip.

Is this a betting tip?
No – these are calibrated model probabilities, graded against real results. We publish our full track record, including the misses, and never claim to beat the closing market.

Overall model accuracy

We don’t yet publish a graded Correct Score-specific track record, so this is our overall accuracy across every 1X2 call, graded out-of-sample, updated daily.

0.0095Calibration error (1X2)
47.7%Top-pick hit rate (1X2)
55,261Matches graded

Predictions & track record updated 11 Sep 2026. See the full, dated track record →

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