
Bundesliga
7:30 p.mFebruary 20, 2026
Regular season – 23
Mewa Arena
Referee: Robin Braun, Germany


FSV Mainz 05


Hamburger SV
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0.83
Expected Goals (xG)
0.63
Passing by
232 (74%)
Accurate passes
336 (83%)

Bundesliga classification – Bundesliga
Qualification/Relegation
- Champions League
- UEFA Europa League
- Conference League Standings
- Relegation Playoffs
- descent
FSV Mainz 05 and Hamburger SV shared the points in a 1-1 Bundesliga draw at the Mewa Arena, with Nadiem Amiri’s opener canceled out by Fábio Vieira in the second half.
FSV Mainz 05 and Hamburger SV battled to a 1-1 draw in an enticing Bundesliga clash at the Mewa Arena. Fábio Vieira’s second-half equalizer ensured the visitors took a valuable point. Vieira’s effort canceled out Nadiem Amiri’s impressive first half.
Coming into the game, Mainz 05 were in 14th position, looking for crucial points to move away from the relegation zone. 9th-placed Hamburger SV were looking to continue their recent unbeaten run. The stakes were high for both sides in this crucial contest.
The match started with a fiery rhythm. Mainz’s Silas received a yellow card in the 12th minute for a rash challenge. Marcel Muheim continued for Hamburg with a yellow card in the 34th minute for holding on.
Mainz broke the deadlock just before the break. Nadiem Amiri received a clever pass from Danny da Costa in the 42nd minute. Amiri then drilled his powerful shot past Hamburger SV goalkeeper Daniel Heuer Fernandes.
The goal made the home crowd celebrate. However, Mainz midfielder Dominik Kohr quickly earned a yellow card in first-half stoppage time for a foul just before the whistle. Mainz had a small lead at the break.
As the teams headed into the dressing rooms, Mainz knew they needed to maintain their defensive form. Hamburg manager Tim Walter probably demanded more attacking intent from his squad to find the equaliser.
Mainz made an immediate change and brought on Sheraldo Becker for Silas at the start of the second half. The physical battle continued with Hamburg’s Nicolai Remberg booked in the 58th minute. Mainz also made a change, with Nico Veratschnig replacing Kohr.
Hamburger SV stepped up the pressure and found its reward. Fábio Vieira equalized in the 64th minute, restoring parity for the visitors. This goal changed the momentum of the game significantly.
After the draw, both teams introduced new legs in search of a winner. Hamburg brought on Yussuf Poulsen and Bakery Jatta in the 65th minute. Mainz also made more changes, including Lee Jae-Sung, ensuring the game remained well prepared.
Despite late pushes from both sides, neither could find a decisive goal. Mainz’s Kevin Potulski earned the last yellow card of the game in the 90th minute for a foul. The match ended in a stalemate, with both teams sharing the spoils.
Hamburger SV enjoyed 55% possession and had 14 shots, with 5 on target. Mainz had 13 shots, but only 2 found the goal. Mainz’s expected goals (xG) stood at 0.83 against HSV’s 0.63, reflecting Hamburg’s more clinical edge despite fewer high-probability chances.
This 1-1 draw means that FSV Mainz 05 remain in a precarious league position, unable to secure all three points at home. The Hamburger SV secured a valuable point on the road, continuing its strong form. Both teams will reflect on missed opportunities in this exciting Bundesliga contest.

