Highlights

90'
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Full-time: Stuttgart 3-1 Mainz

Die Schwaben pick up all three pojnts with a dominant display. After a strong start from both teams, the hosts struck twice in first-half stoppage time as Maximilian Mittelstädt and Jamie Leweling beat Robin Zentner. After the break, Deniz Undav netted his 14th goal of the Bundesliga campaign and, while Ludovic Ajorque was able to pull one back late on, it proved to be nothing but a consolation.
Full-time
90'

Amiri over

Mainz are getting desperate now, as Amiri shoots well over the crossbar from way outside the area.
90'

Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 90 minutes

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Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 90 minutes
Through high-end camera technology and machine learning, the speed of each player is evaluated in real time. Top speed then means, the fastest measured single frame of a player/game.
2.
Jamie Leweling
Jamie Leweling34.27km/h
3.
Dominik Kohr
Dominik Kohr32.45km/h
85'

Mainz pushing

Siewert's side are looking to reduce the arrears further, but are so far being kept at arm's length by Stuttgart.
79'

Plenty of chances

Both teams have had opportunities here, but Stuttgart have taken advantage of theirs.
Goal attempts
3off target
7on target
7off target
5on target
77'

Mainz pull one back

Maybe it isn't over just yet! Ajorque is the goalscorer, heading past Bredlow with a cushioned header. Do they still have time to nick a point?
76'
Ludovic Ajorque
Goal probability
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Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
18 %
Distance to Goal
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Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
8.13 m
75'

Stuttgart make it three!

Guirassy may be Stuttgart's top goalscorer this term, but Undav isn't far behind as he nets his 14th strike of this Bundesliga season. The German runs onto a long pass, beats Tom Krauß all ends up and buries past Zentner with aplomb. Surely no way back for Mainz now!
73'

Deniz Undav

GOAL!

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Deniz Undav
Goal probability
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Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
21 %
Shot speed
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Shot speed
Shot speed describes the maximum speed in km/h that a ball reaches in a shot on goal. The distance is measured from the location of the shot to the centre of the goal.
89.63 km/h
Distance to Goal
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Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
15.14 m
71'

Ajorque wide!

That is the kind of opportunity the big Frenchman likes! He meets a cross into the box with his head and, although he can only direct it narrowly wide of the post, that is a clear of example of how Mainz can hurt their opponents.
71'

Guirassy effort held

The Guinea centre-forward doesn't get enough on is, and Zentner is able to gather with ease.
68'

Barreiro denied

A rare opportunity for Die Nullfünfer as the substitute shoots straight a Bredlow in a crowded penalty area.
65'

Millot fires over

The Frenchman looks to curl one into the top corner from outside the area but can't keep his effort down as it flies over the bar.
62'

Guirassy returns

After five games away due to a combination of injury and the Africa Cup of Nations, Guirassy makes his Stuttgart return. He receives a rousing reception from the home supporters!
57'

Amiri shot saved

The former Bayer Leverkusen man shoots from distance, and it is ultimately a comfortable save for Bredlow.
53'

Mainz narrowly ahead in xGoals

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xGoals
The xGoals value of a club is calculated from the sum of all goal probabilities (goals and shots on goal) of that team. During a match, it’s easy to see whether the club is performing better than expected (goals > xGoals) - or maybe even higher (xGoals > goals).
Mainz have had the better chances so far, but Stuttgart have been far more efficient.
xGoals
2
1.21
1.23
0
Goals
46'

Back underway!

Can Mainz stage an unlikely comeback here?
Kick-off!
45'
+ 16

Substitution

45'
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Substitution

45'
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Substitution

Half-time
45'
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Half-time: Stuttgart 2-0 Mainz

Sebastian Hoeneß's men are sitting pretty at the interval as they lead by two goals. Maximilian Mittelstädt broke the deadlock in the third minute of stoppage time with a controlled volley, before Jamie Leweling doubled the advantage shortly before the half-time whistle courtesy of an emphatic finish from close range.
45'
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Mittelstädt back amongst the goals

After 162 Bundesliga games without a Bundesliga strike, the left-back now has two in two!
45'
+ 6

Stuttgart two to the good!

Sebastian Hoeneß will be a happy man as his side double their advantage. It is a lovely finish from Leweling, who controls a high pass before stroking beyond Zentner and into the corner.
45'
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Jamie Leweling
Goal probability
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Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
50 %
Shot speed
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Shot speed
Shot speed describes the maximum speed in km/h that a ball reaches in a shot on goal. The distance is measured from the location of the shot to the centre of the goal.
76.92 km/h
Distance to Goal
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Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
8.21 m
45'
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Stuttgart in front!

Die Schwaben take the lead! Stenzel's cross makes it through a whole host of bodies in the box to Mittelstädt, who takes a touch and buries into the corner.
Goal probability
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Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
14 %
Shot speed
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Shot speed
Shot speed describes the maximum speed in km/h that a ball reaches in a shot on goal. The distance is measured from the location of the shot to the centre of the goal.
78.27 km/h
Distance to Goal
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Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
12.43 m
43'

Huge chance!

Stuttgart really should be in front! A quick break releases Führich and, with Undav alongside him to make it a two-on-one against Zentner, the opener appears inevitable. However, instead of passing to his teammate, the winger decides to try and go around the goalkeeper, who gets a touch to the ball and allows two Mainz defenders to clear the danger. Undav, it is fair to say, was not happy!
36'

Mainz dealing with Stuttgart's attack

The visitors have managed to keep their opponents' front-line quiet so far.
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30'

Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 30 minutes

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Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 30 minutes
Through high-end camera technology and machine learning, the speed of each player is evaluated in real time. Top speed then means, the fastest measured single frame of a player/game.
1.
Dominik Kohr
Dominik Kohr32.39km/h
2.
Anthony Caci
Anthony Caci32.28km/h
3.
Jessic Ngankam
Jessic Ngankam32.06km/h
29'

Karazor shoots wide

The midfielder works some space in the box, but his effort goes narrowly wide of the post instead.
25'

Papela chance!

The midfielder is found unmarked at the back post by Ngankam's lovely cross. However, although he is on the stretch, he really should do better than bundling the ball wide.
24'

Back underway

We are up and running here once more.
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13'

Break in play

A stoppage gives the players time for a breather.
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Evenly matched

It has been a good start from both sides here.
2'

Post

A frantic opening to this encounter as Mainz hit the woodwork at the other end. It would have taken something special for Caci to beat Bredlow from there, but he does well to get something on it and give the shot-stopper something to think about.
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Early chance

The hosts need just 25 seconds to create their first opportunity and, considering his current form, you would expect Undav to sweep Millot's effort beyond Zentner. However, he shoots straight at the goalkeeper.
Kick-off!

Up and running

Mainz get us underway in Stuttgart!
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Stuttgart team news

After colliding with the post during training, Alexander Nübel is unavailable here, meaning Fabian Bredlow comes in to take his spot between the sticks. Elsewhere, Josha Vagnoman and Anthony Rouault are replaced by Pascal Stenzel and Jamie Leweling. Despite returning from the Africa Cup of Nations, Serhou Guirassy is only on the bench as Deniz Undav keeps his place in the starting line-up.
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Mainz team news

Jan Siewert makes five changes to the team that drew 1-1 with Union Berlin in midweek. Danny da Costa, Edmilson Fernandes, Leandro Barreiro, Tom Krauß and Karim Onisiwo all make way, with Andreas Hanche-Olsen, Merveille Papela, Dominik Kohr, Joshua Guilavogui and Jessic Ngankam coming into the side. As such, the hosts line up in a 3-3-3-1 formation.

Stuttgart starting XI

Bredlow - Stenzel, Anton (c), Ito, Mittelstädt - Karazor, Stiller - Leweling, Millot, Führich - Undav

Stuttgart subs

Seimen, Vagnoman, Stergiou, Rouault, Dahoud, Jeong, Massimo, Guirassy, Milošević

Mainz starting XI

Zentner (c) - Hanche-Olsen, Van den Berg, Caci - Papela, Kohr, Guilavogui - Ngankam, Amiri, Burkardt - Ajorque

Mainz subs

Rieß, da Costa, Lee, Barreiro, Richter, Krauß, Fernandes, Gruda, Mamutovic
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Hoeneß's view on Stuttgart

"Mainz give it everything and throw themselves into challenges. The table isn't a reflection of what we'll be facing. We need to put in a top performance and be ready to fight. It's going to be a difficult game."
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Siewert's view on Mainz

"Stuttgart are an extremely versatile side. We need to be brave against a team like them."

Home banker?

Stuttgart have only lost one of 14 Bundesliga home matches under Sebastian Hoeneß. Mainz, on the other hand, are winless in 14 away league games dating back to last season.
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Probable line-ups

Who's set to play this weekend? Who's going to miss out? Keep up to date with all the latest team news right here!
3:00
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2:58
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Watch: Mainz 0-1 Bremen - highlights

Defeat to Bremen leaves Mainz in the bottom two, and without a win in nine matches. The 05ers do have a midweek game in hand against Union Berlin, though.
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