Match Summary
FSV Mainz 05 defeated Eintracht Frankfurt 2:1. The match was played in Bundesliga 2025. Goals were scored by P. Nebel 6′, N. Brown 20′, P. Nebel 89′. 3 yellow cards were shown. FSV Mainz 05 had 30% possession while Eintracht Frankfurt held 70%. FSV Mainz 05 had 8 shots (5 on target) compared to 11 (4 on target) for Eintracht Frankfurt. Expected goals: FSV Mainz 05 1.55 — Eintracht Frankfurt 1.26. FSV Mainz 05 made 4 substitutions, Eintracht Frankfurt made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between FSV Mainz 05 and Eintracht Frankfurt — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: S. Becker
assist: J. Bahoya
Match Statistics
FSV Mainz 05 had 30% possession against Eintracht Frankfurt's 70%. FSV Mainz 05 registered 8 shots (5 on target) while Eintracht Frankfurt managed 11 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 5–3. Fouls committed: 12–5.
Lineups
FSV Mainz 05 lined up in a 3-5-2 formation under Urs Fischer, while Eintracht Frankfurt deployed a 4-3-3 under Albert Riera.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FSV Mainz 05 is 6.81, compared to 6.82 for Eintracht Frankfurt. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. FSV Mainz 05's highest-rated starter is Kaishu Sano (7.07), while Eintracht Frankfurt's best-rated player is Jonathan Burkardt (7.00).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of FSV Mainz 05 have contributed 14 goals and 7 assists this season, led by Paul Nebel (4G). Eintracht Frankfurt's starters account for 20 goals and 21 assists, spearheaded by Jonathan Burkardt (9G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
FSV Mainz 05 deploy 3 defenders rated 6.87 on average, against Eintracht Frankfurt's 4-man backline averaging 6.65. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
FSV Mainz 05 field 5 midfielders averaging 6.79, versus Eintracht Frankfurt's 3 rated 6.77. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
FSV Mainz 05 start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Eintracht Frankfurt averaging 6.98. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 77% for FSV Mainz 05 and 79% for Eintracht Frankfurt. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
FSV Mainz 05's starters have collected 21 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 for Eintracht Frankfurt. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of FSV Mainz 05's starting XI is 29.3 (youngest: Paul Nebel (23), oldest: Jae-sung Lee (33)), while Eintracht Frankfurt average 23.9 (youngest: Jean-Mattéo Bahoya (20), oldest: Michael Zetterer (30)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
FSV Mainz 05's starters average 24 league appearances each, versus 21 for Eintracht Frankfurt. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, FSV Mainz 05 have recorded 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 defeats. Eintracht Frankfurt show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
FSV Mainz 05 and Eintracht Frankfurt have met 1 times — FSV Mainz 05 won 0, Eintracht Frankfurt won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Eintracht Frankfurt leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (0 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–0 in 2025.
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