“Tempers flare as both Maximilian Eggestein and Julian Schuster receive yellow cards for arguing, setting a heated tone for the second half”
“Lucas Höler breaks the deadlock with a perfectly-placed header from Matthias Ginter's cross, finding the top right corner just two minutes into the second half”
Pivotal“Mainz respond to going behind with a double substitution, bringing on fresh legs in Nadiem Amiri and Silvan Widmer to chase an equalizer”
FSV Mainz 05
SC Freiburg
SC Freiburg secured a crucial 1-0 victory over FSV Mainz 05 in a hard-fought encounter that was decided by a moment of quality early in the second half. Lucas Höler's perfectly-timed header from Matthias Ginter's cross just two minutes after the restart proved to be the difference, giving Freiburg their first goal of the match after a cagey opening 45 minutes. The match was characterized by its physical intensity, with six yellow cards distributed across both sides including heated exchanges involving both benches just before halftime. Despite Mainz edging possession slightly at 51%, Freiburg's superior pass accuracy (80% vs 75%) and clinical finishing from limited opportunities demonstrated their experience in grinding out results when needed.
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Corner awarded to SC Freiburg after Stefan Posch concedes.
Missed chance. Armindo Sieb of 1. FSV Mainz 05 heads the ball from the center of the box.
The fourth official has indicated there will be 5 minutes of added time.
Johan Manzambi of SC Freiburg won a free kick in defense.
Igor Matanovic commits a handball for SC Freiburg.
Fouled by Phillip Tietz of 1. FSV Mainz 05.
Maximilian Eggestein of SC Freiburg won a free kick in defense.
Dominik Kohr from 1. FSV Mainz 05 won a free kick in defense.
Foul committed by Lucas Höler of SC Freiburg.
Substitution for 1. FSV Mainz 05: Nelson Weiper replaces Danny da Costa.
Substitution for SC Freiburg: Jordy Makengo replaces Matthias Ginter due to injury.
There is a delay in the match due to an injury to Matthias Ginter of SC Freiburg.
Missed chance. Sheraldo Becker from 1. FSV Mainz 05 shot with his right foot from the center of the box.
Corner awarded to 1. FSV Mainz 05 after being conceded by Igor Matanovic.
Foul committed by Niklas Beste of SC Freiburg.
Kaishu Sano from 1. FSV Mainz 05 won a free kick on the left wing.
New attacking attempt. Silvan Widmer of 1. FSV Mainz 05 has a right-footed shot from the center of the box, but it's saved by goalkeeper Noah Atubolu of SC Freiburg, who is positioned in the center of the goal. The assist came from Sheraldo Becker.
Offside called against 1. FSV Mainz 05. Phillip Tietz is offside.
Handball by Armindo Sieb of 1. FSV Mainz 05.
Substitution for 1. FSV Mainz 05: Armindo Sieb replaces Paul Nebel.
Substitution for 1. FSV Mainz 05: Anthony Caci replaces Phillipp Mwene.
Substitution for SC Freiburg: Vincenzo Grifo replaces Derry Scherhant.
Lucas HölerYellow CardLucas Höler of SC Freiburg receives a yellow card for a foul.
Dominik Kohr from 1. FSV Mainz 05 won a free kick in defense.
Foul committed by Lucas Höler of SC Freiburg.
Matthias Ginter's right-footed shot from the right side of the box is blocked. The assist came from Philipp Lienhart, who headed the ball.
Derry Scherhant's right-footed shot from outside the box is blocked. Lucas Höler provided the assist.
Derry Scherhant of SC Freiburg won a free kick in an attacking position.
Fouled by Silvan Widmer of 1. FSV Mainz 05.
Silvan Widmer from 1. FSV Mainz 05 heads the ball from the center of the box but misses the target, sending it high and wide to the left. The assist came from Phillipp Mwene's cross.
Corner awarded to 1. FSV Mainz 05 after Philipp Treu concedes.
Substitution for SC Freiburg: Philipp Treu replaces Lukas Kübler.
Substitution for SC Freiburg: Philipp Treu replaces Lukas Kübler.
Substitution for SC Freiburg: Niklas Beste replaces Cyriaque Irié.
Dominik Kohr's right-footed shot from the right side of the six-yard box is blocked.
Corner awarded to 1. FSV Mainz 05 after Philipp Lienhart concedes.
Substitution for 1. FSV Mainz 05: Silvan Widmer replaces Nikolas Veratschnig.
Substitution for 1. FSV Mainz 05: Nadiem Amiri replaces Sota Kawasaki.
Corner awarded to SC Freiburg after a concession by Stefan Posch.
Corner awarded to SC Freiburg after a concession by Daniel Batz.
New attacking attempt. Johan Manzambi from SC Freiburg heads the ball from close range, but it's saved in the top center of the goal. The assist came from Derry Scherhant with a cross.
SC Freiburg wins a corner after Daniel Batz concedes.
New attacking attempt. Johan Manzambi of SC Freiburg shoots with his left foot from outside the box, but Daniel Batz of 1. FSV Mainz 05 saves it in the top center of the goal.
Johan Manzambi of SC Freiburg won a free kick on the right wing.
Missed chance. Igor Matanovic - SC Freiburg - shot with the head from the centre of the box is very close to the goal. Assist - Derry Scherhant with a cross .
Nikolas VeratschnigYellow CardNikolas Veratschnig from 1. FSV Mainz 05 receives a yellow card for a foul.
Foul committed by Nikolas Veratschnig of 1. FSV Mainz 05.
Johan Manzambi of SC Freiburg won a free kick on the left wing.
New attacking attempt. Sheraldo Becker from 1. FSV Mainz 05 takes a right-footed shot from over 35 yards, but it's saved by goalkeeper Noah Atubolu in the center of the goal for SC Freiburg.
Phillip Tietz's left-footed shot from outside the box is blocked. The assist came from Sheraldo Becker.
The match is delayed due to an injury to Dominik Kohr from 1. FSV Mainz 05.
Offside called against Sheraldo Becker of 1. FSV Mainz 05.
assist: Matthias Ginter
Goal! SC Freiburg takes the lead 1-0 against 1. FSV Mainz 05. Lucas Höler scores with a header from the center of the box into the top right corner, assisted by Matthias Ginter.
Substitution for SC Freiburg: Philipp Lienhart replaces Bruno Ogbus.
The second half begins with the score at 0-0 between 1. FSV Mainz 05 and SC Freiburg.
Maximilian EggesteinYellow CardMaximilian Eggestein of SC Freiburg receives a yellow card.
The first half ends with the score at 0-0 between 1. FSV Mainz 05 and SC Freiburg.
The fourth official has indicated there will be 3 minutes of added time.
Offside called against 1. FSV Mainz 05. Phillip Tietz is offside.
Foul committed by Matthias Ginter of SC Freiburg.
Sheraldo Becker of 1. FSV Mainz 05 won a free kick in the attacking area.
Cyriaque Irié of SC Freiburg commits a foul.
Phillipp Mwene from 1. FSV Mainz 05 won a free kick on the left wing.
Foul committed by Lukas Kübler of SC Freiburg.
Paul Nebel from 1. FSV Mainz 05 won a free kick in the attacking area.
Christian Günter of SC Freiburg commits dangerous play.
Nikolas Veratschnig from 1. FSV Mainz 05 won a free kick in defense.
Igor Matanovic commits a handball for SC Freiburg.
Corner awarded to 1. FSV Mainz 05 after a concession by Igor Matanovic.
Corner awarded to 1. FSV Mainz 05 after Matthias Ginter concedes.
Bruno OgbusYellow CardBruno Ogbus of SC Freiburg receives a yellow card for a foul.
Sheraldo Becker of 1. FSV Mainz 05 won a free kick on the right wing.
Fouled by Bruno Ogbus of SC Freiburg.
Johan Manzambi of SC Freiburg won a free kick in defense.
Nikolas Veratschnig from 1. FSV Mainz 05 misses a chance as his right-footed shot from the right side of the box goes over the bar. The assist was provided by Paul Nebel with a cross.
Lukas Kübler of SC Freiburg is flagged for offside.
Nikolas Veratschnig from 1. FSV Mainz 05 won a free kick in defense.
Derry Scherhant of SC Freiburg is penalized for dangerous play.
Stefan Posch from 1. FSV Mainz 05 attempts an attack with a right-footed shot from outside the box, but Noah Atubolu from SC Freiburg saves it in the top left corner. The assist comes from Paul Nebel.
Cyriaque Irié commits a handball for SC Freiburg.
Danny da Costa from 1. FSV Mainz 05 has a missed chance as his right-footed shot from outside the box goes over the goal.
There is a delay in the match due to an injury to Matthias Ginter from SC Freiburg.
Matthias Ginter of SC Freiburg won a free kick in defense.
Noah Atubolu from SC Freiburg won a free kick in defense.
Corner awarded to 1. FSV Mainz 05 after Matthias Ginter concedes.
Missed chance. Igor Matanovic of SC Freiburg heads the ball from the center of the box, but it goes high and wide to the left. The assist was provided by Lukas Kübler with a cross.
Lucas Höler of SC Freiburg won a free kick in defense.
Igor Matanovic from SC Freiburg committed a foul.
Stefan Posch of 1. FSV Mainz 05 won a free kick in defense.
Cyriaque Irié of SC Freiburg is flagged for offside.
FSV Mainz 05 host SC Freiburg in a crucial mid-table clash at MEWA Arena, with both teams eyeing European spots. Mainz come into this match on a strong six-game unbeaten run and will be seeking revenge after suffering a humiliating 4-0 defeat to Freiburg earlier this season.
