Werder Bremen
FSV Mainz 05
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0.87
Expected Goals (xG)
1.08
Passing by
513 (85%)
Accurate passes
210 (70%)
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30
G
My Backhaus
5.9
2
d
Olivier Deman
6.5
32
d
Marco Friedl (C)
6.9
22
d
Julian Malatini
6.3
3
d
Yukinari Sugawara
6.3
20
M
Roman Schmid
6.7
18
M
Cameron Gates
7.3
M
Leonardo Bittencourt
38′ roughM
Scenario Jens
63′ the next match is lost
17
M
Marc Grüll
5.9
9
F
Keke Top
6.6
33
G
Daniel Batz
8.3
31
d
Dominik Kohr
7.5
4
d
Stefan Posch
7.3
21
d
Danny da Costa
6.9
M
Phillip Mwene
6′ M
Jae-sung Lee
52′
62′ Stumbled
6
M
Kaishu Sano
7.3
30
M
Silvan Widmer (C)
6.6
F
Sheraldo Becker
52′
20
F
Phillip Tietz
6.3
Bundesliga classification – Bundesliga
Qualification/Relegation
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- UEFA Europa League
- Conference League Standings
- Relegation Playoffs
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FSV Mainz 05 secured a vital 2-0 win at home at the Weserstadion, with early goals from Paul Nebel and Lee Jae-Sung deepening Werder Bremen’s struggles.
FSV Mainz 05 secured a crucial 2-0 win over Werder Bremen at the Weserstadion on March 15, 2026. Paul Nebel’s early goals and a second-half goal from Lee Jae-Sung capped a dominant performance. Goalkeeper Daniel Batz played a key role, earning a high rating.
Werder Bremen came into the game on a poor run of form, having lost three Bundesliga games in a row. Mainz, however, showed signs of improvement, with two draws and a win in their last five outings. Both teams were in desperate need of points to move away from the bottom half of the table. Bremen was 13th with 25 points, while Mainz was 15th with 24.
Mainz struck early, silencing the home crowd. In the 6th minute, Paul Nebel fired after an assist from Phillipp Mwene. This gave the visitors an immediate advantage and set the tone.
Bremen tried to respond, pressing for an equaliser. They struggled to convert their possession into clear-cut chances against a well-organised Mainz defence. Leonardo Bittencourt was then shown a yellow card for fouling in the 38th minute, highlighting the home side’s growing frustrations.
Werder Bremen went into the break down by just one goal. They needed to find a way to break down Mainz’s resolute defense in the second half. Manager Ole Werner probably called for more attacking intent and precision from his team.
Bremen made an immediate change, bringing on K. Topp at the break to increase the attacking momentum. However, Mainz quickly doubled their lead. In the 52nd minute, Lee Jae-Sung finished clinically, assisted by Sheraldo Becker, extending Mainz’s advantage to 2-0.
A flurry of cards followed as the intensity increased. Lee Jae-Sung received a yellow card for tripping in the 62nd minute. Bremen’s J. Stage received a yellow card in the 63rd minute, which means he will miss the next match due to suspension.
Werder made further substitutions, bringing on J. Malatini, Y. Sugawara and Patrice Čović in an attempt to mount a comeback. Mainz also made changes to maintain control and defend their advantage, seeing out the result comfortably.
Despite Bremen’s 66% possession and 16 shots in total, only 3 were on target. Mainz, with 34% possession, were more clinical, scoring twice with just 2 shots on target from 11 total. Mainz goalkeeper Daniel Batz made 3 crucial saves and earned an 8.3 rating. Bremen’s expected goals (xG) of 0.87 compared to Mainz’s 1.08 highlighted the visitors’ efficiency.
This win lifts Mainz’s spirits and provides crucial breathing space in the Bundesliga standings. For Werder Bremen, another defeat at the Weserstadion deepens their relegation worries and extends their losing streak.
Werder Bremen face a challenging game next weekend, needing a major turnaround in performance. Mainz will be looking to build on this vital win as they continue their fight for survival, giving them fresh momentum going forward.
