The Wednesday, September 16, 2026 fixture between Waldhof Mannheim and Rot-Weiss Essen at Home Arena in Germany is generating significant buzz among Germany. Bundesliga 3 followers. Kick-off: 19:00. Referee: Benjamin Cortus. Weather: Chilly evening, 10°C. Both sides have fitness worries, with Braun and Müller facing late checks. Historical meetings reveal an intriguing pattern: Rot-Weiss Essen 0 - 1 Waldhof Mannheim (2022). Rot-Weiss Essen 1 - 3 Waldhof Mannheim (2021). Rot-Weiss Essen 3 - 0 Waldhof Mannheim (2025). Rot-Weiss Essen 0 - 4 Waldhof Mannheim (2024). Rot-Weiss Essen 1 - 2 Waldhof Mannheim (2024). Expected result: 0:2.