Mainz’s stunning 3-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund shook up the Bundesliga’s relegation battle on Saturday, as Cologne also secured a crucial win against Union Berlin.
Mainz, sitting in the relegation playoff spot at the start of the match, shocked Dortmund by taking a three-goal lead within the first 23 minutes of the game. Leandro Barreiro opened the scoring, followed by two quick goals from Lee Jae-sung. Mainz’s impressive performance now puts them in a strong position to secure another season in the German top flight.
Meanwhile, Cologne staged a remarkable comeback against Union Berlin, with teenager Damion Downs scoring a last-minute winner to keep their hopes of avoiding relegation alive. Union had initially taken a 2-0 lead, but Cologne fought back with goals from Florian Kainz and Steffen Tigges before Downs sealed the victory.
The results have left Union Berlin in a precarious position in the relegation battle, with Mainz’s victory putting pressure on them to secure a playoff spot. Cologne, on the other hand, will be aiming to overtake Union on the final day of the season.
The Bundesliga’s relegation battle is heating up, with Cologne needing a victory and some help from other results to avoid relegation. Bochum, another team fighting for survival, will also be looking to secure their Bundesliga status in the final games of the season.