M05 Mainz Mainz - FCU Union Berlin Union Berlin
- 90' +1' J. Juranovic
- 88' O. Burke
- S. Becker 48'
- 38' A. Ilić
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Full-time: Mainz 1-3 Union Berlin
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Full-time
Game, set and match Union!
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Goal probability 
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.
Distance to Goal
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.
Has Burke just won it!?
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89'
Substitution
Goal probability
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.
Distance to Goal
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.
85'
Ilić rattles the crossbar!
Union almost win it! Kemlein races away on the counter and does well to pick out the onrushing Ilić ahead of him. The forward shifts the ball away from his marker and unleashes a rasping shot from range, which dips at the last minute and strikes the bar. For all of Mainz's second half pressure, the visitors still carry a big threat going forward.
82'
Both sides shake things up
Juranovic comes on for Union, replacing captain Trimmel. Meanwhile, Sieb and Wieper have entered the fray for the hosts, who are still looking the more likely to score.
81'
Substitution
81'
Substitution
81'
Substitution
78'
Lee walking a tightrope
A minute after his tactical foul, the Mainz man arrives late when challenging Jeong. The Union players protest, claiming that he should be shown a second yellow - but Lee escapes a sending-off on this occasion.
76'
Lee picks up a booking
The Mainz sub receives a yellow card after a tactical foul.
75'
15 minutes remaining
Mainz are well on top as we head into the closing moments. They are the team pushing forward, looking for a winner, while Union appear content to take the point.
72'
Too high from Sano
The Mainz midfielder has a free header from 10 yards out, but he can't quite direct it on target.
71'
Pressure Handling
Pressure Handling
This Match Fact examines how successfully players perform under pressure. The percentage of "solved situations" indicates how often a player has freed himself from opponent pressure by dribbling, passing, scoring a goal or drawing a foul.
78%
%
Paul Nebel
18 times under pressure
70'
First Mainz changes
Fischer brings on Lee and Veratschnig for Caci and Nebel. The latter has had a good game today, notably grabbing an assist for Becker's equaliser.
70'
Substitution
70'
Substitution
69'
Even xG values
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).
xGoals
1
1.34
1.22
1
Goals
65'
Off target from Becker
The Mainz attacker has another big opportunity after being picked out by Mwene's cross in acres of space inside the Union box. However, Becker gets his header badly wrong, and it flashes well wide of Klaus' left post.
61'
Triple Union change
Eta brings on Köhn, Schäfer and Jeong for the final 30 minutes. The away side have been outplayed since the half-time break - can these changes help them wrestle back control of the game?
60'
Substitution
60'
Substitution
60'
Substitution
Goal disallowed!
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58'
SituationGoal
ReviewOffside?
DecisionNo goal
54'
Klaus to the rescue!
Amiri whips in an inviting free kick from the right. Potulski comes flying in and gets his header on target, but it's too close to Klaus in the Union net, who parries the ball away.
51'
An immediate response
At the other end of the pitch, Ilić fails to direct the ball goalwards after a free kick from Trimmel. The Mainz goalkeeper is ultimately there to make the stop.
Becker equalises!
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Goal probability
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.
Distance to Goal
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.
46'
Back underway
Both sides are unchanged for the second period. Can Eta close out her first win as Union head coach?
Kick-off!
Half-time: Mainz 0-1 Union Berlin
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Half-time
45'
+ 12
Union threaten again
Moments later, Burcu gets into a similar position as Sano at the opposite end of the pitch. He tries to squeeze the ball inside the near post from a tight angle, but Zentner is equal to it. All of a sudden, the game has burst into life!
45'
+ 10
Sano denied!
The Japanese international is the man making things happen again. He powerfully bursts into the Union box, but Klaus rushes out well to close the angle and block the shot. That was Mainz's best chance of the half.
45'
+ 8
Good chance for Potulski!
Sano drives forward brilliantly down the right channel and flashes a cross into the Union box. He finds Potulski, of all players, whose resulting shot is wild and well off target.
45'
+ 4
Burcu treated on the pitch
The Union forward looks to be in some discomfort. For the time being, he is going to keep on playing. The half-time break is now just a few minutes away.
45'
+ 2
Amiri over the free kick...
The Mainz playmaker takes a free kick from the left side, aiming directly at the goal. Klaus meets it with both fists and punches the ball clear of danger.
45'
+ 1
Nine minutes added on
After the substantial protest delay, there will be a sizable amount of stoppage time.
44'
Grim viewing for Mainz fans
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).
xGoals
0
0.09
0.87
1
Goals
42'
Union in control
Mainz have struggled to create anything of note so far. Union, by contrast, have created decent chances in the final third, and are overall good value for their lead. One word encapsulates Mainz so far - flat.
Visitors take the lead!
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Goal probability
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.
Distance to Goal
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.
34'
Sustained pressure from Mainz
For the first time tonight, the home side have pinned Union back in their own half. Sano has had a pair of shots blocked, while Potulski was very nearly played in behind the Berlin backline after a clever Becker through-ball.
Half an hour played
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28'
Tame header from Doekhi
Rothe crosses from a deep left position, picking out Doekhi in the centre of the Mainz box. However, he can't generate any pace on the ball, which flies straight into the hands of Zentner.
25'
Match resumes
The tennis balls have been cleared away, and the game is back underway in Mainz.
21'
Even contest so far
Possession (%)
4951
19'
Protest halts the game
We have a stoppage in play here, as a section of the Union Berlin fans have thrown tennis balls onto the pitch.
17'
Early change for Mainz
Da Costa is unable to shake off his early injury, and is replaced by Potulski, who will drop into the back three.
16'
Substitution
13'
Rothe tries his luck
Rothe takes a shot from range, but puts his powerful attempt wide to the left of the goal.
9'
Zentner denies Ilić !
What a chance that was for Union! Trimmel's corner kick is right on the money, picking out Ilić in the centre of the penalty area. He heads the ball powerfully, but Zentner gets a strong hand to it and claws it away for another corner.
7'
Early yellow for Caci
The Mainz man drags a Union attacker back to prevent a counter and is booked for his action.
4'
Da Costa goes down
The Mainz defender is receiving some treatment after a collision. Fortunately for the home side, he is okay to continue playing.
1'
We're underway!
Mainz get the game going in red and white, while Union Berlin are in their changed all black strip.
Kick-off!
Landmark milestone for Rothe
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1:23
The stage is set...
0:49
Visitors inspect the pitch
0:16
The Union dressing room is ready
Union Berlin team news
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Mainz team news
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Starting line-up: 1. FC Union Berlin
Formation:4-2-3-1
Union Berlin subs
Wisbereit, Querfeld, Juranovic, Nsoki, Köhn, Jeong, Schäfer, Skarke, Král.
Starting line-up: 1. FSV Mainz 05
Formation:3-3-2-2
Mainz subs
Batz, Potulski, Widmer, Veratschnig, Maloney, Lee, Kawasaki, Weiper, Sieb.
Marie-Louise Eta on facing Mainz
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Urs Fischer on facing Union
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Ilić to equal record?
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Union's strong Mainz record
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Fischer appointment behind Mainz survival
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2:03
Watch: Union Berlin 2-2 Mainz - previous meeting
2:03
Watch: St. Pauli 1-2 Mainz - last time out
2:03
Watch: Union Berlin 2-2 Cologne - last time out
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