Hoffenheim - Mainz 05

Germany: Bundesliga
WIRSOL Rhein-Neckar-Arena
FT
1 - 1
(0 - 1)
Hoffenheim
Mainz 05
39
⚽0-1M. Richter
R. Skov⚽1-1
48
66
VARL. Jae-Sung
68
⚽X1-1A. BarkokPen. miss
LineupsStandingPreviewReview
Predicted lineupsFinal lineups are posted before start
Hoffenheim
(3-1-4-2)
Mainz 05
(3-4-2-1)
Most recent lineups
Hoffenheim
Bundesliga
Augsburg 1 - 1 Hoffenheim
1Oliver Baumann
5Ozan Kabak
22Kevin Vogt
25Kevin Akpoguma (76)
16Anton Stach
9Ihlas Bebou ☛ (70)
6Grischa Prömel (56)
20Finn Becker ☛ (70)
21Marius Bülter
14Maximilian Beier ☛ (90)
10Wout Weghorst ⚽ (23)
 
Bench
17Julian Justvan ☚ (70)
18Diadie Samassekou
23John Brooks
27Andrej Kramarić ☚ (70)
31Bambasé Conté ☚ (90)
37Luca Philipp
39Tom Bischof
40Umut Tohumcu
41Attila Szalai
Mainz 05
Bundesliga
Darmstadt 0 - 0 Mainz 05
27Robin Zentner (57)
3Sepp van den Berg (35)
31Dominik Kohr (58)
5Maxim Leitsch
21Danny da Costa
14Tom Krauß ☛ (86)
8Leandro Barreiro
2Philipp Mwene ☛ (72)
7Lee Jae-Sung
9Karim Onisiwo
17Ludovic Ajorque ☛ (66)
 
Bench
1Lasse Rieß
4Aymen Barkok ☚ (86)
10Marco Richter
19Anthony Caci ☚ (72)
20Edimilson Fernandes
24Merveille Papela
30Silvan Widmer
43Brajan Gruda ☚ (66)
45David Mamutovic

Bundesliga news

Post-match reaction HSV“The most beautiful moment of my life”: Tearful HSV academy product Nandja over the moon after first professional goal
Post-match reaction Borussia MönchengladbachGladbach bosses blame Itakura for “bitter” red card after defeat to Hamburg
Borussia DortmundBVB midfielder Jobe Bellingham earns first England call-up
Match report HSV, Borussia MönchengladbachHosts HSV end losing streak against ten-man Gladabach
2. Bundesliga 2. Bundesliga2. Bundesliga: Goalless draw in Braunschweig as Cottbus’ winless run stretches to six games
2. Bundesliga 2. Bundesliga 2. Bundesliga: Dresden off the bottom with convincing victory over Fürth
HSV, Borussia MönchengladbachConfirmed Lineups: Hamburger SV vs. Borussia Mönchengladbach
Preview Paderborn & FrankfurtPaderborn vs. Eintracht Frankfurt preview: Die Adler searching for third successive win
Rumor VfB StuttgartVfB Stuttgart coach Hoeneß reportedly highly rated by Manchester United
Rumor TSG HoffenheimIlzer stays quiet on personnel front as Hoffenheim prepare for Schalke
Transfer Mainz 05Official: Paul Nebel extends contract with Mainz 05
2. Bundesliga 2. BundesligaConfirmed 2. Bundesliga Lineups: Eintracht Braunschweig vs. Energie Cottbus
Rumor RB LeipzigNusa "at his limit", exclaims Demichelis as Leipzig rotation looms
2. Bundesliga 2. Bundesliga Confirmed 2. Bundesliga lineups: Dynamo Dresden vs. Greuther Fürth
Preview VfB Stuttgart, Werder BremenVfB Stuttgart vs. Werder Bremen preview: Undav and Füllkrug in contrasting form ahead of Topspiel
Borussia Mönchengladbach"They even started crying" – Wael Mohya reveals parents' emotional reaction to maiden Germany call-up
Rumor FC BayernBayern draw up four-man shortlist to find backup and competition for Díaz
Preview Leipzig & AugsburgRB Leipzig vs. Augsburg preview: Hosts aiming to maintain perfect home record
German national teamGermany U21 announce squad for November fixtures

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Match days

Match report HSV, Borussia MönchengladbachHosts HSV end losing streak against ten-man Gladabach
Post-match reaction HSV“The most beautiful moment of my life”: Tearful HSV academy product Nandja over the moon after first professional goal
Post-match reaction Borussia MönchengladbachGladbach bosses blame Itakura for “bitter” red card after defeat to Hamburg
HSV, Borussia MönchengladbachConfirmed Lineups: Hamburger SV vs. Borussia Mönchengladbach
Preview VfB Stuttgart, Werder BremenVfB Stuttgart vs. Werder Bremen preview: Undav and Füllkrug in contrasting form ahead of Topspiel
Preview Mainz 05 & FC BayernMainz vs. FC Bayern preview: Can the hosts trouble the Bavarians again?
Borussia DortmundKovac provides Guirassy update ahead of Elversberg clash
FC BayernDanks offers Bayern squad update and discusses potential changes for Mainz clash
Preview Borussia Dortmund & SV ElversbergBorussia Dortmund vs. SV Elversberg preview: Contrasting styles sets up epic clash
BundesligaKane aims to celebrate new deal with a goal, BVB face dazzling debutants, Köln target second Rhine derby triumph: Five things to look out for on Bundesliga Matchday 9
Preview HSV, Borussia MönchengladbachHamburger SV vs. Borussia Mönchengladbach preview: Relegation six-pointer before the international break
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 9 starting XIs
Post-match reaction Eintracht Frankfurt“Did I do well, huh?” – Can Uzun responds to Hütter's criticism with strong display against HSV
BundesligaBayern frustrated, Stuttgart bounce back and Elversberg run riot – 5 things we learned from Bundesliga Matchday 8
Team of the week BundesligaBundesliga Team of the Week – Matchday 8
Match report Eintracht Frankfurt & Hamburger SVEintracht claim second straight win over HSV
Match report UNION BERLIN & 1. FC KÖLNEl Mala brothers combine for Köln away draw at Union Berlin
Eintracht Frankfurt & HSVConfirmed lineups: Eintracht Frankfurt vs. Hamburger SV
UNION BERLIN & 1. FC KÖLNConfirmed lineups: Union Berlin vs 1. FC Köln
Post-match reaction Werder Bremen Füllkrug focused on team success after matching Völler’s record
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichKane labels Dortmund draw "a strange night" as attention turns to Atlético Madrid trip
Post-match reaction VfB StuttgartUndav unfazed by Bundesliga goal drought as Stuttgart claim important win over Leverkusen
Post-match reaction Borussia Dortmund“We're still underrated in Germany” – Schlotterbeck backs Dortmund to keep title race open
Exclusive interview Borussia DortmundFabio Silva praises Dortmund's mentality but left annoyed by substitute role
Post-match reaction Schalke 04"We have to get out of this together" – Karius sums up Schalke's struggles after another defeat

Fantasy Football

Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Scout squads for Matchday 9
Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 9: Must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 9 starting XIs
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 9
Fantasy Football Champions LeagueChampions League 2026/27 predicted lineups: Projected starting XIs for Matchday 4
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Scout squads for Matchday 8
Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 8: Must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 8
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 8 starting XIs
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Scout squads for Matchday 7
Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 7: Must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 7 starting XIs
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 7
Fantasy Football Champions LeagueChampions League 2026/27 predicted lineups: Projected starting XIs for Matchday 3
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Scout squads for Matchday 6
Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 6: Must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 6 starting XIs
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 6
Fantasy Football Champions LeagueChampions League 2026/27 predicted lineups: Projected starting XIs for Matchday 2
Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 5: Must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Scout squads for Matchday 5
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Unlimited transfers draft team
Fantasy Football Fantasy BundesligaFantasy Bundesliga: Fixture Difficulty Planner Matchday 5-9
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 5
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 5 starting XIs

German Teams in Europe

Match report Bayer LeverkusenGarcia's error costs Leverkusen as Gouiri gifts Olympique Marseille victory
Post-match reaction TSG Hoffenheim"We’ve dropped two points" – Kramarić rues late Crystal Palace equaliser
Match report TSG HoffenheimHoffenheim held by 10-man Crystal Palace as Kamada nets late leveller
Match report SC FreiburgFreiburg end Thomas Reis’ winning streak at Trabzonspor by stopping Salah in battling away victory
Bayer LeverkusenConfirmed Lineups: Bayer Leverkusen vs. Marseille
SC FreiburgConfirmed Europa Conference League Lineups: Trabzonspor vs. SC Freiburg
TSG HoffenheimConfirmed lineups: Crystal Palace vs. TSG Hoffenheim
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichINTERVIEW: Makaay not concerned with Bayern's striker depth, holds squad among Champions League favourites
Post-match reaction Borussia DortmundDortmund bosses give injury update on Guirassy after substitution against Betis
Post-match reaction RB LeipzigRidle Baku pleased with Leipzig's performance against Man City and his goal
Post-match reaction Borussia DortmundKaretsas "very happy" with maiden BVB goal, Anton hails team enthusiasm
Post-match reaction RB LeipzigMaresca singles out Leipzig duo after hard-fought Manchester City win
Post-match reaction Borussia DortmundDortmund's Kovač and Ryerson content after "dictating the game" against Betis
Post-match reaction RB LeipzigDemichelis insists Leipzig deserved more after Manchester City defeat
Post-match reaction RB Leipzig"I'm enjoying it" - Haaland reflects on remarkable scoring record against Leipzig
Post-match reaction RB LeipzigBaumgartner sets Leipzig's Champions League points target after City defeat
Match report Borussia DortmundSilva and Karetsas ensure Dortmund defeat Real Betis as Guirassy limps off
Match report RB LeipzigHaaland has the final say as Manchester City survive Leipzig fightback
Borussia DortmundConfirmed lineups: Borussia Dortmund vs. Real Betis
RB LeipzigConfirmed lineups: RB Leipzig vs. Manchester City
Rumor Borussia DortmundDortmund midfielder expected to miss Real Betis fixture through illness
Preview SC FreiburgTrabzonspor vs. SC Freiburg preview: Team news and predicted lineups
Preview Bayer LeverkusenBayer Leverkusen vs. Olympique de Marseille preview: Team news and predicted lineups
Preview TSG HoffenheimCrystal Palace vs. TSG Hoffenheim preview: Team news and predicted lineups
FC BayernLennart Karl sparks controversy with provocative "blah-blah" celebration in Bayern's win over Atletico

DFB-Pokal

Match report DFB-Pokal FrauenDFB-Pokal Frauen: Narrow win for Bayern against Leverkusen, Eight more goals for Wolfsburg, Frauen-Bundesliga clubs in quarter-final
DFB-PokalDFB-Pokal round of 16 draw produces several big clashes
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichKane denies Ballon d'Or quote was aimed at Mbappé and Yamal: "A quote I've loved my whole career"
Post-match reaction DFB-PokalSandro Wagner under pressure after Hannover's DFB-Pokal-exit: "We are on the right track!"
Post-match reaction Bayer LeverkusenJonas Hofmann on Leverkusen role: "Of course, I'm not happy right now!"
Match report Holstein Kiel, TSG HoffenheimDFB-Pokal: Kiel stun Hoffenheim with penalty shootout victory
Post-match reaction FC BayernEberl sends message to Kimmich: "He is welcome here whenever he's ready!"
Post-match reaction FC Bayern"We're all human": Tah opens up on Bayern's difficult week
Post-match reaction FC BayernAaron Danks reacts to Bayern's 6-1 win and provides Kompany update
Match report Hannover, Kaiserslautern DFB-Pokal: Stingy Kaiserslautern eliminate Hannover as Prtajin scores on his return
Post-match reaction DFB-Pokal"We're also winning for Kompany" - Nathaniel Brown on Bayern's Pokal win
Post-match reaction DFB-Pokal"This Bayern team is a machine" - Magdeburg players react to Bayern thrashing
Match report Bayer Leverkusen, Nürnberg DFB-Pokal: Captain Tapsoba leads Leverkusen's five-star comeback against Nürnberg
Match report Bayern Munich & 1.FC MagdeburgBayern ruthlessly blow Magdeburg away as Pokal last-16 awaits
Match report Dynamo Dresden, SchalkeDFB-Pokal: Dresden advance as Schalke's second round curse continues
Match report Jeddeloh, Hertha BSCDFB-Pokal: Brekalo inspires Hertha to avoid cupset in Jeddeloh
Match report DFB-PokalDFB-Pokal: Supersub Goto saves the day for Freiburg to send Wolfsburg packing
Match report Paderborn, StuttgartDFB-Pokal: Undav undoes ten-man Paderborn to send Stuttgart through
Hannover, Kaiserslautern Confirmed DFB-Pokal Lineups: Hannover vs. Kaiserslautern
Kiel, Hoffenheim Confirmed DFB-Pokal Lineups: Holstein Kiel vs. TSG Hoffenheim
Bayern Munich & 1.FC MagdeburgConfirmed DFB-Pokal lineups: Bayern Munich vs. 1.FC Magdeburg
Leverkusen, NürnbergConfirmed DFB-Pokal Lineups: Bayer Leverkusen vs. 1. FC Nürnberg
Jeddeloh, Hertha BSCConfirmed DFB-Pokal Lineups: Jeddeloh II vs. Hertha BSC
Dynamo Dresden, SchalkeConfirmed DFB-Pokal Lineups: Dynamo Dresden vs. FC Schalke 04
SC Freiburg, WolfsburgConfirmed DFB-Pokal Lineups: SC Freiburg vs. VfL Wolfsburg

German National Team

Borussia Mönchengladbach"They even started crying" – Wael Mohya reveals parents' emotional reaction to maiden Germany call-up
German national teamKlopp settles Germany's goalkeeping debate ahead of November fixtures
German national teamKlopp highlights key reasons behind Füllkrug's Germany call-up
German national teamGermany announce squad for November fixtures
Rumor German National TeamBremen's Füllkrug set for Germany recall alongside Ebnoutalib and Havertz
Stuttgart & German national teamDeniz Undav plays down Germany call-up hopes amid goal drought
German national teamMatthäus argues that Klopp "can't overlook" Füllkrug for Germany squad
Exclusive interview German National TeamINTERVIEW: Ex-Dortmund star Patrick Owomoyela on why Jürgen Klopp is "a good fit" for Germany
German national teamDFB reveal date for Jürgen Klopp's second Germany squad announcement
German national teamWirtz gives injury update and responds to criticism after Liverpool’s win over Brighton
Werder Bremen Füllkrug responds to Klopp’s age remarks after back-to-back braces
German national team"I was surprised" – Kahn takes aim at Klopp over criticism of Kompany’s Bayern tactics and Nagelsmann remarks
DFBTresoldi has time to decide international future, insists Klopp
DFBKlopp sends clear message over Kimmich as Bayern duo impress against Arsenal
Match report Germany WU17 Women's World Cup: Germany first to qualify for knockout stages after wins over Argentina and hosts Morocco
German national team Matthäus backs in-form Niclas Füllkrug for Germany return
Rumor German National TeamHoffenheim's Baumann hasn't "closed the door" on Germany national team
Match report Germany WKlara Bühl completes Germany comeback in Bremen
Preview Germany WWomen's Friendly Preview: Germany vs. Japan
DFB, Werder BremenRudi Völler opens door to Germany return for in-form Füllkrug
German national team"The best players always play" – Kimmich breaks silence on Germany role debate
Match report Germany WGermany W hold off Australia to claim 4–2 friendly win
GermanyConfirmed Lineups: Germany W v Australia W
VfB StuttgartHoeneß reacts to Jeltsch missing out on Germany debut
German national teamLothar Matthäus doubts Musiala and Wirtz can play together for Germany

Long reads

Editor's pick Bayer 04 LeverkusenWhy Bayer Leverkusen's Ibrahim Maza has attracted interest from Arsenal, PSG, Man United and other top clubs
Analysis/Commentary TSV 1860 MünchenBeware of the Lion – TSV 1860 Munich can still mix with the Bundesliga's best
Analysis/Commentary German national teamGermany player ratings vs Serbia: Wirtz shines in Klopp's first win
Analysis/Commentary VfB StuttgartReal Madrid, Arsenal or Bayern? German scouting expert assesses best fit and next move for Stuttgart's Finn Jeltsch
Analysis/Commentary GermanyGermany player ratings vs Greece: Klopp suffers first defeat as Germany head coach
Analysis/Commentary German national team Germany suffer historic 0-1 defeat to Greece in Klopp's first home game
Analysis/Commentary German national teamGermany player ratings vs Netherlands: Nmecha leads the way as late Gakpo goal denies Klopp victory
Editor's pick RB LeipzigRB Leipzig seek first academy breakthrough as Wagner and Schäfer outline pathway challenges
Analysis/Commentary BundesligaOlise runs riot, Dortmund go clear and Weiser completes dream return - 5 things we learned from Bundesliga Matchday 4
Editor's pick Elversberg & DortmundINTERVIEW: "I needed to play a bigger role" – Cole Campbell on leaving Dortmund for Elversberg
Editor's pick RB Leipzig"If Real Madrid are coming, it’s difficult" – Marcel Schäfer explains why RB Leipzig had to sell Yan Diomande
Editor's pick RB LeipzigINTERVIEW: "I need to enjoy football again" – Christopher Nkunku on returning to RB Leipzig and his struggles at Chelsea and AC Milan
Analysis/Commentary BundesligaDortmund keep on ticking, Freiburg hit five and Polanski departs - 5 things we learned from Bundesliga matchday 3
Analysis/Commentary BundesligaBayern halted, Elversberg defy belief and Augsburg make history - 5 things we learned from Bundesliga Matchday 2
Editor's pick SV Elversberg"We don't fear anybody" – How underdogs Elversberg plan to survive the Bundesliga on their own terms
Analysis/Commentary BundesligaBundesliga 2026/27 guide: In-depth team previews ahead of the new season
Analysis/Commentary Borussia MönchengladbachWhat Leeds United fans can expect from Nico Elvedi after Gladbach move
Editor's pick RB LeipzigINTERVIEW: “I know I will get my game time” – Ørjan Nyland confident he will get his chances after Leipzig return
Editor's pick Borussia Dortmund & 1.FC KölnOpinion: How the pursuit of Said El Mala could alter Borussia Dortmund's future
Analysis/Commentary Frauen-BundesligaBreaking away: Why the Frauen-Bundesliga is taking control of its own future
Analysis/Commentary FC BayernHow Bayern Munich could line up for the 2026/27 season
Analysis/Commentary BundesligaTop 10 Bundesliga transfers of the summer so far
Editor's pick SC FreiburgWhat Newcastle fans can expect from Johan Manzambi as transfer from Freiburg nears completion
Editor's pick FC AugsburgEXCLUSIVE: "Character is more important for us than talent" – Benjamin Weber explains Augsburg's scouting philosophy
Editor's pick TSG HoffenheimWhat Newcastle fans can expect from Bazoumana Touré as €50m move from Hoffenheim nears completion

Exclusive interviews

Exclusive interview Borussia DortmundINTERVIEW: Carsten Cramer on Dortmund's aims for USA & South American markets
Exclusive interview Borussia DortmundINTERVIEW: Owomoyela hails disciplinarian Kovač, debates how Dortmund can retain talents
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichINTERVIEW: Makaay not concerned with Bayern's striker depth, holds squad among Champions League favourites
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichINTERVIEW: Roy Makaay on the success of FC Bayern's World Squad and unearthing talents like Maycon Cardozo
Exclusive interview Borussia DortmundINTERVIEW: Club CEO Cramer feels Dortmund's "closeness" to its fans outshines silverware drought
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichINTERVIEW: Bayern icon Makaay critiques Yamal and Mbappe's efforts to deny Kane of "deserved" Ballon d'Or
Exclusive interview Borussia DortmundINTERVIEW: Patrick Owomoyela "wasn't aiming for BVB" move until a close friend convinced him
Exclusive interview Borussia DortmundINTERVIEW: Carsten Cramer relaxed about Dortmund's transfer practices despite failing to sign Köln's Said El Mala
Exclusive interview Bayern Munich & Borussia DortmundINTERVIEW: Bayern boss Rouven Kasper takes swipe at Dortmund's 'Fan Mode' app as Carsten Cramer responds
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichINTERVIEW: Bayern sales chief Kasper on maintaining Kane hype and pushing other clubs to grow Bundesliga appeal
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichINTERVIEW: Rouven Kasper on Bayern's Kenya excursion in 2027 and tapping into African and South American markets
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichINTERVIEW: Philipp Lahm senses Harry Kane would trade Ballon d'Or for Champions League glory
Exclusive interview German National TeamINTERVIEW: Ex-Dortmund star Patrick Owomoyela on why Jürgen Klopp is "a good fit" for Germany
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichKane labels Dortmund draw "a strange night" as attention turns to Atlético Madrid trip
Exclusive interview Borussia DortmundFabio Silva praises Dortmund's mentality but left annoyed by substitute role
Exclusive interview Borussia DortmundKobel on Dortmund's bravery and "deserved" draw in Munich
Exclusive interview Bayern Munich & Borussia DortmundINTERVIEW: Bayern chief Rouven Kasper feels Der Klassiker is "as strong as El Classico"
Exclusive interview Bayern Munich & Borussia DortmundINTERVIEW: Bayern Munich's Philipp Lahm reflects on his highs and lows facing Borussia Dortmund
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichKane denies Ballon d'Or quote was aimed at Mbappé and Yamal: "A quote I've loved my whole career"
Editor's pick RB LeipzigRB Leipzig seek first academy breakthrough as Wagner and Schäfer outline pathway challenges
Editor's pick Elversberg & DortmundINTERVIEW: "I needed to play a bigger role" – Cole Campbell on leaving Dortmund for Elversberg
Editor's pick RB Leipzig"If Real Madrid are coming, it’s difficult" – Marcel Schäfer explains why RB Leipzig had to sell Yan Diomande
Exclusive interview SV Elversberg"That's set in stone" – Elversberg prodigy Cole Campbell reaffirms desire to represent USA over Iceland
Editor's pick RB LeipzigINTERVIEW: "I need to enjoy football again" – Christopher Nkunku on returning to RB Leipzig and his struggles at Chelsea and AC Milan
Exclusive interview RB Leipzig"I’m not worried about us" – Maxime Estève believes Leipzig will be "really, really good"

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