12 April 2026 at 17:30
Match Summary
SC Freiburg defeated FSV Mainz 05 1:0. The match was played in Bundesliga 2025. Goals were scored by L. Holer 47′. 4 yellow cards were shown. FSV Mainz 05 had 51% possession while SC Freiburg held 49%. FSV Mainz 05 had 10 shots (3 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for SC Freiburg. Expected goals: FSV Mainz 05 0.55 — SC Freiburg 0.56. FSV Mainz 05 made 5 substitutions, SC Freiburg made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between FSV Mainz 05 and SC Freiburg — 1 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Ginter
Match Statistics
FSV Mainz 05 had 51% possession against SC Freiburg's 49%. FSV Mainz 05 registered 10 shots (3 on target) while SC Freiburg managed 8 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 6–4. Fouls committed: 10–13.
Lineups
FSV Mainz 05 lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under Urs Fischer, while SC Freiburg deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Julian Schuster.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FSV Mainz 05 is 6.82, compared to 6.82 for SC Freiburg. 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 D. Batz (7.43), while SC Freiburg's best-rated player is J. Manzambi (7.22).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of FSV Mainz 05 have contributed 12 goals and 11 assists this season, led by P. Nebel (4G). SC Freiburg's starters account for 27 goals and 14 assists, spearheaded by I. Matanovic (8G). 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 5 defenders rated 6.84 on average, against SC Freiburg's 4-man backline averaging 6.76. 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 3 midfielders averaging 6.78, versus SC Freiburg's 5 rated 6.83. 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 6.54, compared to 1 for SC Freiburg averaging 6.72. 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 71% for FSV Mainz 05 and 78% for SC Freiburg. 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 31 yellow cards this season, compared to 25 for SC Freiburg. 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 28.0 (youngest: N. Veratschnig (22), oldest: D. Batz (34)), while SC Freiburg average 25.8 (youngest: B. Ogbus (20), oldest: L. Kubler (33)). 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 20 league appearances each, versus 24 for SC Freiburg. 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
Coach: Urs Fischer
Substitutes
Coach: Julian Schuster
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, FSV Mainz 05 have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. SC Freiburg show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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FSV Mainz 05 vs SC Freiburg Head to Head Results
FSV Mainz 05 and SC Freiburg have met 29 times — FSV Mainz 05 won 11, SC Freiburg won 8, with 10 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. FSV Mainz 05 leads the head-to-head with 11 victories from 29 meetings. A combined 76 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.62 per match (42 for the home side, 34 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 17 matches (59%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 15 games (52%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. SC Freiburg are currently unbeaten in the last 9 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2016.
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