Injury time Two added minutes before the promotion party can commence...

Battle for third place With Elversberg on course to finish second, it's still all to play for in the battle to take the play-off place. Paderborn have the edge - they lead Darmstadt 2-0, while Hannover are being held to a draw by Nuremberg.

Top performance The home fans show their appreciation as Günther leaves the field of play. He's been superb and was involved in two of the team's three goals.

Changes Münster respond with a couple of subs of their own. The visitors just haven't been able to get into the game...

⚽ 66' David Mokwa (3-0)

Rasch-l challenge Raschl concedes a free-kick after fouling Poręba from behind. Conté lines it up from 25 yards, but can only clip his attempt into the arms of Schenk.

And now Hannover lead If you've been following, that goal lifts them into third for now...

Table talk Hannover have been pegged back by Nuremberg. They slip back down to fourth, with Paderborn in the play-off berth and Elversberg on course to finish second.

Quick reflexes Schenk repels a fierce strike from Petkov. Soon after, he's called on to keep out a Pinckert header following a corner.

Here we go again! Calm heads - that's all Elversberg need right now. Promotion is in their hands...

Born slippy Kristof loses his footing as a free-kick is sent into the penalty area, but the Elversberg goalkeeper recovers to punch the ball to safety.

Promotion latest Hannover now lead Nuremberg. That puts them back up to third, behind Elversberg on goal difference (+17 vs. +24).

Close! Poręba heads just wide as Münster survive a flurry of corners. Elversberg certainly aren't sitting back...

Almost three! Mokwa is played into the penalty area, but his first-time strike fails to find the target. Meanwhile, Hannover are back level against Nuremberg.

More good news Hannover, who started the day in third - have fallen behind to Nuremberg. The Reds are now fourth, with Paderborn in the play-off position and Elversberg on course for automatic promotion as runners-up.

Warning shot Bouchama has a go from distance, but Poręba gets his body in the way to block. Münster have responded well to going 2-0 down...

⚽ 14' David Mokwa (2-0)

Huge goal! Ice-cold and just what the doctor ordered in Elversberg! Following a short corner, Poręba slips in Zimmerschied, who lays it off for Conté to slam past Schenk from close range. As things stand, they're going up!

⚽ 10' Bambasé Conté (1-0)

Denied Gyamerah does really well to stop a Kristof cross from finding its man. Very nervy moment for the hosts!

Goal in Paderborn! Paderborn have taken the lead in Darmstadt. They're now second in the live table, with Elversberg - who are still finding their feet here - slipping into the play-off spot.

Under way! Massive game for Elversberg - will they get the job done and seal a maiden promotion to the big time?

Party atmosphere As quite a lot of confetti from the away end has landed in the penalty area of Preußen goalkeeper Schenk, kick-off is delayed by a few moments.

Second chance for Elversberg Although Elversberg lost 3-1 in Düsseldorf on the last matchday, Vincent Wanger's side go into the final day of the season in the best position of all promotion contenders. Crucially, their goal difference of +22 is by far the best among the three candidates for the second automatic promotion spot (Hannover +16, Paderborn +12). A home win against Münster should be enough to seal promotion for Elversberg, and only a huge win for Hannover could threaten that.

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Big group photo The players are now beckoning the entire backroom staff team over for a big championship photo. What a wonderful gesture from the Schalke players!

Lap of honour The squad is now moving with the trophy from stand to stand, continuing to celebrate with the fans.

Becker treats himself to a beer The first Schalke player to treat himself to a (well-deserved) beer is defender Timo Becker.

Now they head to the stands The formal part of the trophy ceremony is over. Now, the Schalke players make their way back to celebrate the triumph with the fans.

Braunschweig goalkeeper Hoffmann: "We achieved our goal" "We achieved our goal somehow. We obviously need to discuss things, but I am just happy we made it, it doesn't matter how. We can analyse things in peace. The back and forth (with Fürth in the other match) was hard to deal with. But now we can sit back and enjoy this fantastic atmosphere."

Best way to say goodbye Henning Matriciani and Christopher Antwi-Adjei are both leaving Schalke this summer. There is no better way to depart than with silverware!

Everyone involved Džeko, Karius, Sylla, Dompé and everyone in the squad is getting their moment with the trophy.

Trophy lift! Karaman is the final man to walk onto the podium, and once he is in place, he lifts the trophy high above his head. What a moment!

Braunschweig form a guard of honour The visitors form a guard of honour and let the Schalke champions through to the podium. A wonderful gesture from Braunschweig!

Stepping up to celebrate The hosts are currently walking up to the podium to collect their winners medals. They deserve to enjoy this moment of glory after a long season.

Karaman receives his award The Schalke captain is presented with the Player of the Season award by DFL managing directors Dr. Steffen Merkel and Dr. Marc Lenz. Shortly afterwards, his teammates grab their captain and give him a rousing cheer!

Off to the fans With one final long sprint, the entire Schalke squad runs towards the stand, kicking off the celebrations. Muslić is among them.

Stoppage time is underway Three minutes have been indicated. 180 seconds separate Braunschweig from survival and Schalke from the title celebrations!

Anxious glances at the clock It's almost over here, and if it stays like this, it would be enough. However, Fürth must not score, otherwise Braunschweig would face the relegation play-off spot. The tension is palpable.

Schalke attacking The hosts seem intent on setting up Džeko and fuelling the title celebrations with yet another goal. There is no other explanation for why they continue to push forward so actively against a nervous Braunschweig side.

Running down the clock The visitors are now managing to keep possession of the ball for a bit longer. The seconds are ticking away, but there are still a few minutes left on the clock.

Almost 2-0! Džeko is ready to tap it in, but Ehlers nicks the ball away from him at the very last moment with the tip of his toe!

Holding on It seems as though Braunschweig are focusing on not conceding another goal here. At the moment, that would be enough. If Fürth score in their match, though, Eintracht will need a goal of their own. Absolute nail-biting tension here!

Another double substitution Antwi-Adjei comes on in his final match for Schalke. Gantenbein, meanwhile, replaces goalscorer Aouchiche.

So close! Substitute Becker finds a bit of space just outside the penalty area and lets fly, but he narrowly misses the target!

Substitution up front Opoku replaces Alidou.

Where is the urgency? With a goal of their own, Braunschweig could virtually secure their top-flight survival, but, as it stands they are dependent on Fürth not scoring again. It is a complicated situation and a single goal could be decisive! Will they take more risks as a result?

Substitution in defence Katić gets to pick up some minutes before the title celebrations get underway following his injury.

So close! Aouchiche goes directly for goal with a free-kick, but curls it just wide of the far post!

Booked straight away Shortly after coming on, Heusser fouls the equally fresh Becker and is cautioned.

Tension continues Currently only one goal separates survival from the relegation play-off spot. With the current scoreline it would be enough, but if Fürth score in their match against Düsseldorf, Braunschweig would urgently need a goal of their own!

Substitutions on both sides Experienced striker Džeko gets a few more minutes on the pitch for Schalke, as does youngster Becker. For the visitors, Heusser comes on.

Sylla misses! Schalke are working towards a second goal. This time, Karaman plays the ball in sharply from the left flank but, in the middle, the striker slides just past the ball.

Karaman blocked! The captain finds space, drives forward once more and looks to shoot in at the near post, but his effort strikes a Braunschweig leg!

It's getting tighter In the live table, Braunschweig drop one place due to Bielefeld's equaliser and now sit in 15th. It remains incredibly tense!

Sylla! Almost a second! The Schalke striker gets a shot off in the six-yard box, but Hoffmann prevents the ball from hitting the back of the net with a brilliant reflex save on the line!

Braunschweig start strong In a first fine attack down the left, Kaufmann and Gómez combine beautifully, but in the end the flag goes up for offside.

We're back underway! Both teams are back on the pitch and Schalke kick off the second half. The visitors have made a substitution, as Yardımcı joins the attack.

So close! After a sharp cross from the right flank, Alidou stretches in the centre, but he is just centimetres away from forcing the ball over the line!

So close Karaman drives into the penalty area and plays the ball towards the far post, where it flies just wide of the goal.

Injury time is underway There are four minutes of added time. Will we see a second goal before the half-time whistle?

The first yellow Ljubicic catches Tempelmann with an open sole on the foot - yellow!

Becker! The centre-back appears up front and nearly converts a cross at the far post, but instead hammers the ball well over!

Braunschweig still 14th A quick glance at the live table shows that, while there has been quite a bit of movement in the relegation zone, Braunschweig are still holding on to their 14th place.

⚽ 36' Adil Aouchiche (1-0)

Becker can continue The centre-back had to receive brief treatment after rolling his ankle. However, he is now back on the pitch and appears to be moving well again.

Open game Both teams have already had their moments here, making it an attractive watch. Braunschweig are highly motivated and continue to press high up the pitch, while Schalke are showing their class, albeit in glimpses.

Ball in the net, flag up! Kaufmann scores with a superb volley, but Alidou was offside during the build-up so the flag goes up straight away - offside!

Pinball in Schalke's penalty area First, Tempelmann has a half-chance from a tight angle shortly after Schalke fail to clear a corner. However, as no Braunschweig player manages to put the ball in the net following some pinball, the chance ultimately comes to nothing.

No reason for concern Scores elsewhere do not change much for Braunschweig, who are currently sitting 14th in the live table.

Closing in Lifted by the fantastic atmosphere, Schalke are now getting more into the game. Aouchiche is played in on the left side of the penalty area, but his attempt from a tight angle is easily dealt with by Hoffmann.

First shot on goal Alidou is repeatedly the target of plenty of Braunschweig attacks early on, but his shot from around 20 yards goes well wide on this occasion.

Post! The woodwork is rattling! During the first successful Schalke attack down the right, the ball is played in low, and El-Faouzi gets a free shot off from just inside the box. However, his slightly deflected effort only hits the right post!

Champions struggling Schalke are having difficulties dealing with the high and intense pressing from Braunschweig in these early stages. As a result, very little is happening going forward.

Engaged start The Schalke fans are still displaying a massive blue-and-white display, while Braunschweig are already trying to make their mark early on. For the visitors, today's match is still about survival in the division, and they are clearly eager to keep things in their own hands.

Kick-off! The visitors from Braunschweig get the match underway.

Five minutes until kick-off Not long until we are underway in this final game of the campaign.

A long time ago Eintracht's last away win in Gelsenkirchen was 37 years ago, claiming a 5-1 victory in Bundesliga 2 in August 1989, with three goals from Bernd Buchheister. The coaches at the time were Peter Neururer and Uwe Reinders. Schalke have never suffered a heavier home defeat in the second division (also 5-1 vs. Hertha in 1984).

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Yellow card for Harres The striker goes in too hard in the challenge on the touchline.

Two minutes of injury time Will Kiel still manage to equalise?

Big applause for Amoako After a strong performance, the midfielder is replaced by Daferner.

Time is drifting by Kiel's big final offensive has yet to materialise.

Next substitution Zec's day is done and is replaced by Roslyng.

The consolation goal! Kiel are back in this match! After a corner, the ball falls to Harres' feet, who scores from 14 metres to make it 1-2 from Kiel's perspective.

⚽ 81' Phil Harres (2-1)

That was close! Harres shoots from the left just outside the penalty area, narrowly wide.

30,664 spectators Once again a large crowd to close out this season.

Great jubilation Dresden also makes two substitutions and Kutschke in particular is in the spotlight. The experienced striker comes on for what will be his final appearance for Dynamo.

Double substitution Holstein Ugoh and Parduzi come on for the final quarter of an hour.

No danger Therkelsen tries his luck from distance, but straight at Schreiber.

Double substitution Ceka and Rossipal are being taken off. Faber and Lemmer are now on.

Dresden in control The Saxons are focusing reasonably well on their defensive shape and are currently having little trouble dealing with Kiel.

Over the bar Zec has a go, but sends it over the goal.

Wayward Rossipal delivers a cross from the left into the centre, but does not make proper contact with the ball, which ends up out of play on the right.

No danger Kiel deliver a corner into the box, but the defence deals with it without any problems.

Unchanged picture In the second half, both sides are pushing hard, though clear-cut chances remain few and far between.

Schreiber saves After a long ball from Weiner, Tohumcu gets on the ball and shoots. The Kiel player is denied by the Dynamo goalkeeper.

The second half is under way Kiel have made a substitution. Kaprálik has stayed in the dressing room and is replaced by Schwab.

Tactical foul Shortly after, Ivezić stops a potential counter-attack and is booked.

Yellow card in addition Wagner is also booked.

Penalty awarded! A chance for Kiel to pull one back.

Is there a penalty? The VAR is reviewing a possible foul by Wagner on Nekic.

Off target After the quickly taken corner, Tohumcu has a go, but it goes wide to the right of the goal.

Well defended Therkelsen challenges Keller in Dresden's penalty area, but cannot get past the alert defender.

First booking for Kiel Rosenboom fouls Bobzien in the opposition's penalty area and receives a yellow card.

Dresden extend their lead! The hosts are well on their way to securing their Bundesliga 2 status. Bobzien initially finds no passing option in the penalty area and lays the ball back to Amoako. The midfielder delivers the cross towards the six-yard box, where Vermeij meets it with a diving header to double Dresden's lead.

⚽ 36' Vincent Vermeij (2-0)

Not much is happening Kiel are combining well, but Dresden are very well organised and are barely allowing the Storks to enter the final third.

No danger The set piece is played short and the defence manages to block the crossing attempt.

Corner for Kiel The visitors are now becoming a bit more adventurous.

A shot for Kiel Bernhardsson has a bit of space and runs across the pitch. On the right side of the penalty area he attempts a shot into the far corner, but the ball flies wide of the left post.

Dresden drop back The hosts now cede possession to Kiel, who, however, continue to pose no threat.

⚽ 14' Vincent Vermeij (1-0)

Corner for Dresden Will there be another chance for the Saxons?

Dresden probing The hosts are gaining more and more control, but there have been no further chances so far.

First chance Hauptmann wins the ball on the touchline and delivers it into the centre. There, Vermeij and Wagner take too long and initially miss the chance to shoot. In the end, Amoako does get a shot off from distance, however, it goes over the bar.

Heated opening phase Dresden are going into the duels with great intensity.

Early Booking Rossipal stops his opponent in midfield and is booked.

Away we go! Dresden had to take the kick off twice, because the Kiel forwards had encroached before the ball was played.

Winless home streak Dresden's last home win against Kiel came in September 2009 (3-0 in the 3. Liga). Since then Dynamo have collected only two points and scored just two goals in six home matches against Kiel.

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Late chance for Karlsruhe Marshall handles the ball, and there is a free kick for Karlsruhe from 20 yards out on the left. Horn is able to punch the ball clear, however.

Six more minutes Can Christian Eichner avoid defeat in his final match in charge of Karlsruhe?

Karlsruhe push once more... ...and earn a flurry of corners. However, clear-cut chances are proving to be few and far between.

Send-off for Schleusener Schleusener's 221st appearance is also his last, as the Karlsruhe player leaves the field to acclaim from his fans to be replaced by Šimić.

Onto the woodwork! A corner from Wanitzek finds Franke, whose attempt clatters against the post.

Another change for both side Miyoshi comes on for Alfa-Ruprecht. Additionally, Rapp is replaced by Wäschenbach for Karlsruhe.

It's tight at the bottom Away from Karlsruhe, there is quite a battle for Bundesliga 2 safety ongoing. Greuther Fürth are currently leading 3-0 against Düsseldorf, and Fortuna would go straight down with that result, while Fürth are due presently to face Essen in a relegation/promotion play-off. Braunschweig would be safe despite losing 1-0 at Schalke.

Next change Rösler takes off Wätjen and brings on Marshall.

⚽ 70' Moritz-Broni Kwarteng (1-2)

Tough going Highlights have been few and far between so far in the second period.

Rösler makes two changes The Bochum coach takes off Holtmann and the injured Morgalla. On come Keumo and Kwarteng.

Morgalla with problems The Bochum player keeps grabbing his calf. The medical staff are on the pitch to assist him.

Bochum on the break The fastest player of the season in Bundesliga 1, Alfa-Ruprecht, has a go at goal.

Slow probing A cautious start to the second half, as there is no real drive towards either goal.

Bochum look to burst out of the blocks Holtmann drives forward and leaves several Karlsruhe players in his wake. His shot, however, hits the side netting.

We're off again Play resumes with Lenz coming on for Onyeka.

Not much happening Both teams seem to be content to go into the break level.

Bochum threaten again Alfa-Ruprecht capitalises on a mistake by Bernat. His shot sails well over the Karlsruhe goal in the end.

Wanitzek has a go Wanitzek tests Horn from the resulting free-kick, but the Bochum goalkeeper gathers without any issues.

Loosli cautioned Loosli catches Wanitzek on the heel and gets booked.

Burnić is booked The Karlsruhe player brings down Wätjen with an aggressive challenge and is consequently shown his ninth yellow card of the season.

Schleusener from a tight angle Horn closes it down, and the Karlsruhe player puts the ball into the side-netting.

Karlsruhe push forward Förster finds Wanitzek with a brilliant pass, but he cannot quite control the ball, and the opportunity ultimately comes to nothing.

⚽ 19' Shio Fukuda (1-1)

Morgalla from distance From around 30 yards out, Morgalla plucks up the courage and has a go. However, his attempt goes well wide.

Karlsruhe come close Fukuda gets past Loosli and shoots. Mašović then gets in the way and blocks the effort for Bochum, before Fukuda's shot rattles against the outside of the post.

And another After Bochum's good start, Karlsruhe are slowly getting into the match as well. Wanitzek wins another corner, but again nothing of note comes from it.

First corner Förster plays it to Wanitzek, who comes off second best against Loosli. The resulting corner does not really pose any danger for Horn.

All clear from Cologne... Due to a suspected handball, the situation was initially reviewed on VAR, but the goal stands.

⚽ 4' Kjell Wätjen (0-1)

Cautious start Both teams are feeling each other out initially. The first shot goes the visitors way as Holtmann tries his luck from the left edge of the penalty area.

Kick-off! We're off, with the two sides in one final tussle this season and chance to go into the summer with their heads held high.

No massive rotation In the only match today that has no major prize of promotion or survival at stake, both teams make three changes each to their starting XI.

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Make that six! Bielefeld still haven't had enough. Rochelt lays a cross off to Uldrikis. The striker keeps his cool and slots home to make it 6-1.

⚽ 90+6' Roberts Uldrikis (6-1)

Can't contain himself Telalović also takes off his shirt and is booked.

Party time! Arminia score again from a set piece. A corner is played short. Rochelt delivers a perfect cross to the head of Telalović, who nods home to make it 5-1.

⚽ 90+2' Semir Telalović (5-1)

Six minutes of injury time It will probably not change anything about the outcome of the match.

Schreck tries again The midfielder takes aim from 20 metres once more and sends the ball well over the goal.

Final substitution The scorer of Bielefeld's fourth is done for the day. Uldrikis comes on.

Double substitution Gouram makes his second division debut. Additionally, Hildebrandt gets another chance to play.

Almost brilliant Sarenren Bazee is one-on-one with Ernst and attempts to chip him, but the ball lands wide of the goal.

Big performance Momuluh, Lannert and Wörl have given everything on the pitch today. Now they can clock off and will likely be celebrating their Bundesliga 2 survival shortly.

On course for the 200th home win Bielefeld are on the verge of survival and also close to their 200th home win in Bundesliga 2. Their first came in 1974 against Preußen Münster (3-2).

⚽ 74' Stefano Russo (4-1)

Bielefeld keep pushing forward The hosts continue to play forward. This time the shot from Corboz is blocked.

Hertha go again Reese tests Kersken. The Bielefeld goalkeeper has no trouble dealing with it, though.

⚽ 65' Monju Momuluh (3-1)

Bielefeld climb Thanks to the lead, Bielefeld have now moved up to 13th place.

First substitutions Berner is receiving treatment and has to come off. Seguin is also done for the day. Can the two new players still make a difference?

Great jubilation With a win, Bielefeld would be almost certainly safe from relegation. Grodowski knows this, celebrates without his shirt and is booked.

⚽ 59' Joel Grodowski (2-1)

Unlucky Corboz shoots from a promising position. Grodowski runs into the shot and blocks his own teammate's chance.

Kersken outstanding Berner plays a great cross to Eitschberger, who forces Kersken into a brilliant save from close range.

The deserved equaliser A 1-1 scoreline feels fair. It also moves Arminia up to 14th place, as Braunschweig are behind.

⚽ 49' Joel Grodowski (1-1)

No penalty Reese blocks Großer's header with his stomach on the line. That was a last-ditch save.

Getting loud The Alm want a penalty. Was there a handball?

We're underway again Can Bielefeld still avoid relegation?

One minute of added time Can Bielefeld find a way back in before the break?

Arminia go again Momuluh drives up the right and delivers a dangerous cross in front of goal. Once again the Berlin goalkeeper is on hand to make the save.

Offside Once again a Bielefeld player finds himself one-on-one with Ernst. And once again Ernst makes a strong save. This time, however, the striker was offside when played in.

Grodowski misses out Bielefeld keep pushing and come down the right. However, the cross hits Grodowski in the back.

A huge blow As Fürth are currently leading 3-0, Bielefeld are now down to 17th place and Düsseldorf in 16th.

⚽ 37' Linus Gechter (0-1)

Huge save! Corboz sets up Wörl perfectly, who finds himself one-on-one with Ernst and aims for the near post. The goalkeeper, however, makes himself incredibly big and repels the ball with his foot.

Good intervention Ernst punches away a cross from Lannert. Corboz would have been ready to shoot.

Two chances First, Großer attempts an overhead kick. He doesn't connect with the ball properly, and it falls to Momuluh, who fires over the crossbar.

Comes to nothing Momuluh drives forward and then looks for Grodowski in the penalty area. The Berlin side are alert to clear, however.

Dangerous Reese crosses into the six-yard box. Gechter gets on the end of it and heads the ball just over the bar.

No threat A Berlin corner is cleared by Bielefeld without any problems.

Foul The following corner is dangerous as well. Bauer flicks it on to the far post. There, Corboz can only make his way through by fouling and is penalised.

Fürth extend their lead It is now 2-0 to Fürth against Düsseldorf. More good news for Arminia.

The crowd ramp it up Every time Bielefeld win the ball or put in a good move, the Alm erupts. The fans are supporting their side as best they can.

Bielefeld up for it The hosts are desperate to take the lead here and not have to worry about the play-offs. A draw would certainly suffice for that, as Düsseldorf and Fürth are still below them.

Bielefeld again Grodowski crosses into the centre, where Corboz forces his way through. His header bounces up off the ground and over the bar.

Deflected Hertha cannot clear the ball. Corboz lays it off to Russo. However, his shot is deflected just over the bar.

First shot on goal Wörl has a go from just over 20 metres out. Ernst is well positioned, though, and catches the ball safely.

Good news Fürth have scored early to lead against Düsseldorf. As a result, Bielefeld - due to the better goal difference - are up to 15th place and would thereby secure their Bundesliga 2 survival.

Almost the lead Eitschberger crosses to the far post. Berne is unmarked there. The full-back seems somewhat surprised, though, and his finish lacks precision.

Kick-off Arminia get the match under way.

The state of play A win guarantees Arminia at least a play-off spot. On top of that, they could still overtake Düsseldorf, Braunschweig, Dresden and Magdeburg.

Fire up the calculators There is a lot at stake for Bielefeld today. They can still be directly relegated, go into the play-off or secure their survival. To do so, they ideally need to win their own match whilst simultaneously hoping for up to four other results to go their way.

Starting XI debut for Berner Karbownik's absence gives Berner the chance for his first appearance from the start. The 21-year-old left-back has so far only played 20 minutes for the first team, 12 in the league and eight in the cup.

Klemens plays Klemens is in the Hertha starting line-up for the first time since February. The academy product had temporarily been left out due to his uncertain contract situation, and made his first substitute appearance last week since signing his contract extension.

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Another yellow card Mathisen protests too loudly to the referee and is booked for it.

Into the arms of Krahl Nollenberger crosses from the left into the centre, where Mathisen directs the ball with a header from twelve yards out towards the top right. The attempt is too weak, however, and Krahl holds onto the ball comfortably.

Six minutes of injury time Still more than enough time for a late twist...

Magdeburg also make another substitution Tachie replaces Bockhorn.

Kaiserslautern run down the clock Hanslik trudges off the pitch, with Prince Redondo coming on for the final few minutes.

Nollenberger is limping The forward needs treatment and limps to the touchline afterwards. He will be able to continue in these final minutes.

Mathisen with a header Atik whips a free kick in from the right, and at the far post Mathisen rises to meet the ball with a header from 10 yards out, and loops it towards the top right corner. Krahl is equal to it and tips the ball over the bar with one hand.

Double substitution for the visitors Schramm and Skyttä make way for Chernev and Berisha.

Ten minutes to go Can Magdeburg manage to get back into this one? At the moment, there is little indication of a comeback from the hosts being on the cards, as Lautern are well organised defensively and are barely giving anything away.

Emreli also in the notebook The substitute goes in late in midfield against Atik and stamps on his foot. The referee shows the yellow card once again.

Double change for Lautern Wekesser and Ritter make way for Joly and Emreli.

The next card Asta pulls Nollenberger down by his shirt in midfield. That is a clear tactical foul, and accordingly a yellow card is shown.

First booking of the match Atik loses the ball in midfield against Asta and Skyttä and then fouls the latter, earning a yellow card.

Magdeburg made to sweat If they lose, the hosts' survival depends on results elsewhere. However, as Braunschweig and Düsseldorf are currently behind, Magdeburg are two points above the relegation play-off spot and, as things stand, are safe.

Ritter to the rescue Ritter has now scored seven out of seven penalties in Bundesliga 2! The goal was also the 300th away goal for the Red Devils in the second tier.

⚽ 63' Marlon Ritter (P) (0-1)

Magdeburg pushing for the lead The hosts have been clearly more active in this second half and are doing considerably more in the game than Lautern. Given their clear-cut chances a few minutes ago, a lead for the home side would be well deserved by now.

Double chance for the hosts Zukowski cuts in from the right inside the penalty area and shoots from 15 yards out. Krahl gets to it and parries it safely to the side. The striker then gets another touch on the ball and shoots from the right from ten yards out, and this time the ball whistles just narrowly past the post.

Big chance for an opener! A huge chance for the home side! Zukowski is free on the right side of the box and goes one-on-one with Krahl, but he only hits the keeper from six yards out.

Can Zukowski still claim the Golden Boot? The Magdeburg striker has scored 17 goals in the season so far, but is currently two goals behind Futkeu of Greuther Fürth.

Next change for Magdeburg Stalmach is down and is having problems with his right thigh. He signals that he cannot continue, and Krempicki comes on for him.

Magdeburg looking for the lead Michel plays a through ball forward to the left towards Nollenberger, who delivers the ball flat and sharp into the centre at full pace. Zukowski is lurking, but Rasmussen is already alert and clears the cross.

We're back in action The referee gets the second half started, with neither side making any changes at the break.

Two more minutes The referee indicates two minutes of stoppage time.

Gyamfi gets stuck into Stalmach The defender jumps into the back of Stalmach during an aerial duel and takes the Magdeburg player out completely. Stalmach subsequently stays down on the ground in visible pain, but the referee waves play on.

Wekesser with a header Asta crosses from the right into the centre, Wekesser makes a run into the box and, under pressure from an opponent, gets to a header from six yards out out. He cannot get a proper connection on the ball, allowing Reimann to collect it with ease.

Gyamfi stands his ground The defender is pressed by Zukowski near the right touchline, with the way back to goalkeeper Krahl also blocked. The centre-back stays composed and skilfully works his way out of the press.

Another injury stoppage Hanslik receives an elbow to the face from Mathisen during an aerial duel. The Kaiserslautern player goes down, but is able to continue after a brief stoppage.

Five minutes to go The first half is slowly drawing to a close. Will either of the two sides manage to land an opener before the break?

Musonda has to come off The winger is unable to continue and has to leave the pitch due to injury. Hercher comes on as his replacement.

Musonda down The Magdeburg player is down on the turf, holding his left thigh. He requires treatment.

Reimann to the rescue Wekesser plays the ball flat from the left into the centre, where Hanslik is lurking and takes the pass first time from a central position 14 metres out. He aims for the bottom left corner, but Reimann dives down and saves well.

No rush for Magdeburg Lautern are trying to lure Magdeburg forward, but the hosts remain composed and continue to patiently probe for gaps in the final third. They do not necessarily need to push for the lead, as even with this draw they are, as things stand, safe from relegation.

Tricky one for Zukowski Nollenberger has been the standout player for Magdeburg so far, and once again he drives the ball dangerously infield from his right flank into the penalty area. A half-volleyed cross lands at the near post where Zukowski is lurking, but the top scorer of the hosts cannot quite bring the ball under control and get a shot on goal.

Michel goes close Nollenberger does well to beat two men on the right flank and plays the ball low into the centre. Michel runs onto it in the middle and, in a battle against Kunze, steers the ball just wide of the right post from six yards out.

Free-kick from the right Bockhorn is fouled by Gyamfi, and Atik delivers the resulting set piece high into the box. However, Lautern are able to clear the danger.

Lautern on the ball The visitors are now stringing some good passes together through their own ranks and are enjoying a longer spell of possession. Going forward, however, they cannot find any gaps.

Slippery pitch The players of both sides are having considerable difficulty keeping their footing today and keep slipping. The pitch was certainly given a good watering beforehand.

No danger Reimann is alert to a cross from the left and plucks the ball safely out of the air.

Quarter of an hour gone Magdeburg have been the clearly dominant side so far and are pushing for the lead, but without creating too many openings so far.

Too soft Nollenberger plays the ball forward into the right side of the box, finding the overlapping run of Zukowski. The striker shoots immediately in full stride from 15 yards out, but doesn't make clean contact with the ball. Krahl is at the near post and collects the ball with ease.

Gnaka drops deep to collect the ball The midfielder keeps dropping deep into the build-up play to collect the ball, acting like a quarterback of sorts.

Patient Magdeburg The hosts have had an enormous amount of possession in these opening minutes and are patiently looking for gaps in the final third. Lautern have so far primarily focused on maintaining a solid defensive shape.

Krahl slips Robinson plays the ball back to the keeper, who slips just before receiving it. Atik is lurking, but at the last moment the goalkeeper manages to clear the ball away.

Calm build-up play The hosts are keeping possession in their own ranks and calmly building up from the back. Lautern are not pressing particularly high up the pitch and are allowing Magdeburg time on the ball for now.

First shot of the match Hanslik gets a central shot on goal from 20 yards out, and his attempt flies two yards over the middle of the crossbar.

The match is underway The away side kick off in their black kits, while the home side take to the pitch all in blue.

The teams take to the pitch Both teams are now entering the pitch, kick-off is imminent.

Brilliant atmosphere Both sets of supporters are creating a magnificent atmosphere here. The mood is more than worthy of a final matchday!

How it stands We have a fairly straightforward situation here in Magdeburg. For Lautern, there is nothing left to play for, other than to bow out of this season with dignity and a solid performance. The hosts, on the other hand, are still under considerable pressure, as they could, in the worst case, still slip down to the relegation play-off spot. However, should Magdeburg take at least a point today, they will be safe.

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Saaaad Saad's first attempt is blocked to the left in front of the Nuremberg goal, then his overhead kick goes over the bar.

Zoma once again Nuremberg continue to push forward, Zoma cuts inside once again but his shot is deflected for a corner.

Reichert back on the pitch Thórdarson tests the Nuremberg keeper from the left, but he closes down the near post.

Into added time Seven minutes of injury time remaining for Hannover!

What else is there? Hannover combine strongly going forward once more, but Thórdarson's pass doesn't get through.

Nuremberg keep the pressure on Hannover look slightly shell-shocked and are being pushed deep into their own half by the visitors.

⚽ 83' Luka Lochoshvili (3-3)

Many substitutions Both sides bring on fresh legs for the final phase.

Bundu can't get on the end of it! Kokolo bursts through with great pace down the right flank towards the byline and then plays a dangerous ball towards Bundu, but it just evades the Hannover forward.

Bundu works his magic The Hannover player plays the ball into the centre with a rabona pass, but finds no teammate there. A lovely piece of skill nonetheless!

What a save! Noll first saves a long-range shot from Fernandez and also manages to brilliantly deal with the follow-up from Zoma!

Another chance Yokoto, Thórdarson and Bundu combine down the left into the Nuremberg box, but Bundu's shot is deflected for a corner.

Elversberg lead 3-0 Elversberg have extended their lead and will likely secure direct promotion.

Tactical foul Gruber brings down Oudenne from behind and receives a yellow card.

Three goals for Hannover Hannover have never scored more than three goals in a single match this season, but perhaps today?

Reichert again! Nuremberg's custodian makes another stop! This time denying Bundu.

Dangerous! Lochoshvili intercepts a wayward back-pass from Hannover and dribbles round Noll, but it's cleared.

How did that stay out?! The Hannover striker powerfully heads a cross from the right towards the near post, but Reichert manages to get his arm up in time – what a save!

⚽ 47' Mohamed Alì Zoma (2-2)

We're back under way! Can Hannover continue to dream of the Bundesliga?

The referee points to the spot! On the right side of the box, Yokota attempts to chip the ball forward, but Lochoshvili gets in the way. After review, the VAR deemed the ball to hit the Nuremberg player in the chest.

⚽ 45' Waniss Taibi (2-1)

Nuremberg in possession The visitors are currently controlling the game, but are barely getting into the final third. Hannover are well organised.

⚽ 30' Kolja Oudenne (1-1)

So close again! Justvan has some space in the centre, covers a few metres and then aims for the bottom left corner - the ball narrowly lands wide of the post.

Zoma strikes again He scored the winner for Nuremberg in the reverse fixture against Hannover.

⚽ 25' Mohamed Alì Zoma (0-1)

Another chance! Allgeier gets to a corner at the left post and heads it across to the right post, but Thordarson guides his header just over.

Handball? Yokota's shot is initially blocked, then Fernandez has a go and also hits a Nuremberg player. The situation is briefly checked, but it's play on.

Hannover keep trying Bundus's curling shot is blocked by Gruber.

Lead extended in Elversberg Elversberg now lead 2-0 against Münster. Because of the goal difference, direct promotion is becoming increasingly difficult for Hannover.

Missed! Nuremberg play the ball from the left into the centre, but several players fail to get on the end of it.

Elversberg also lead! Both direct promotion rivals have set the pace.

Hannover growing stronger! This time Bundu wins the ball on the left, but then fails to find a teammate.

Nice move Taibi drives into the penalty area on the right, but is then stopped by Fernandez.

Almost the opener! Oudenne plays the ball in low from the right into a dangerous area, but Koudossou manages to clear just ahead of Neubauer, who would otherwise have had a tap-in.

Paderborn lead in Darmstadt! As a result, Hannover drop down to fourth, as things stand.

Stopped Bundu attempts to break away down the left flank, but is stopped by Gruber. The visitors manage to clear the subsequent long throw-in.

First booking Nuremberg start strong, which results in Hannover defender Tomiak stopping Zoma from breaking through.

Off we go! The ball is rolling! Can Hannover secure their Bundesliga return? – Hannover, Elversberg and Paderborn enter the final day of the season level on points (59)!

Slightly older than usual Hannover are fielding the oldest starting eleven in the Bundesliga 2 this season (average age 26.2 years).

Former champions Hannover (twice) and Nuremberg (nine times) have both been champions of Germany in the past and also DFB Cup winners, each having played over 1,000 Bundesliga matches. They have been unsuccessfully trying to return to the top flight since their relegation together in 2019.

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Fürth continue to clear with ease Düsseldorf still cannot find a way forward. The long balls from the visitors are consistently cleared by Fürth's defence.

Fürth opt for stability The hosts make another defensive substitution, bringing on an additional defender.

Long balls Düsseldorf continue to try their luck with direct long balls forward. But the visitors still aren't creating any real danger with this approach.

Time running out for Fortuna Düsseldorf are in desperate need of another goal to secure the play-off spot. At the moment, however, there is little indication that the visitors will be able to get back into the match.

Daland into the book Daland stops an attack on the right flank and gets a yellow card shortly after coming on as a substitute.

Elvedi can continue Elvedi requires brief treatment after a challenge. However, the Fürth player is able to carry on.

Fürth cleverly defend their lead Düsseldorf are in desperate need of a goal in the battle for the play-off spot but continue to find very few solutions going forward. Fürth are defending their lead very cleverly.

Rossmann returns Düsseldorf brings on fresh attacking force once more. The long-injured Rossmann comes back on and, as one of the last substitutes off the bench, is expected to provide a spark.

Disallowed Fürth think they have a fourth as Klaus's low cross from the right side finds Futkeu, who gets his foot to it and directs the ball into the bottom left corner. The celebrations at the Ronhof are quickly silenced, as Futkeu was marginally offside at the time of the pass, so the VAR chalks off the goal.

Klaus into side netting Fürth continue to hit Fortuna on the counter-attack through the impressive Klaus. This time he shoots himself, but from a tight angle he only finds the near-side netting.

Still nothing from Fortuna Düsseldorf are now trying to play more offensively but are still yet to create anything of note to trouble the goalkeeper.

No penalty for Fürth The penalty is not awarded, as Hrgota was previously in an offside position.

Paulina heads over Düsseldorf get themselves a good headed chance, but Paulina puts the ball well over the bar.

Fürth defend deep and compact Düsseldorf are now looking somewhat more actively for attacking solutions. However, Fürth are sitting very deep and closing down the spaces.

Still lack cutting edge Düsseldorf are currently sitting in an automatic relegation spot. However, the visitors have still not been truly dangerous or forceful in their attacking play so far.

Rasmussen misses Rasmussen has a go from distance for Düsseldorf. The shot flies just over the right side of the goal.

Fortuna respond Düsseldorf have made three changes at half-time. After a poor first half, the visitors react with significant personnel changes.

Play resumes in Fürth The ball is rolling again. Will we see something better from Fortuna?

A knockout blow Düsseldorf continue to be completely toothless in attack. The third goal seems to have knocked the stuffing out of the visitors.

⚽ 36' Noel Futkeu (3-0)

Fürth disciplined The hosts are now sitting a bit deeper and allowing Düsseldorf more possession. The visitors still cannot work their way into any truly dangerous shooting opportunities.

Düsseldorf turn to long balls The visitors are now more frequently trying to get forward with direct long balls. However, Ljubicic has barely been able to hold up a pass so far.

Fürth continue to steamroll Düsseldorf It remains a one-sided affair at the moment. Fürth keep switching play quickly through their pacey wingers, constantly creating danger. Düsseldorf simply cannot cope with this.

Düsseldorf at risk Fürth have put in a really strong performance so far and look superior in all areas. Düsseldorf are currently completely out of their depth – at this point, even their play-off spot appears to be under threat.

Fürth continue to defend attentively Düsseldorf try their luck with a free-kick this time, but once again fail to get a shot off. Time and again there is a Fürth leg in the way.

Yellow card Will comes in clearly late into the challenge on the left side and takes down his opponent hard. He receives a yellow card.

Fürth dominating opening phase The hosts continue to push forward and put Düsseldorf under pressure. The visitors currently look dazed and cannot find their way into the game at all.

Egouli saves Düsseldorf A huge chance for Fürth! Kastenmeier is already beaten, but Egouli throws himself into the shot at the last moment and prevents the second goal.

Fürth with the better attacking play Düsseldorf currently look devoid of ideas going forward. The hosts are noticeably more structured in attack and keep creating the more dangerous chances.

Early setback for Düsseldorf What a start to the match. The early goal conceded sees Düsseldorf drop down to the relegation play-off spot.

⚽ 2' Felix Klaus (1-0)

Kick-off in Fürth The ball is rolling at Sportpark Ronhof. Düsseldorf take kick-off.

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Full time in Darmstadt - but not yet in Hannover Paderborn have done what they needed to do. Two minutes remain in Hanover, separating SCP from the play-off spot.

Long stoppage time in Hanover Seven minutes remain for Hannover to score against Nürnberg.

Stoppage time Six minutes of added time!

⚽ 89' Sven Michel (0-2)

SCP need to be careful! Lidberg has the next chance for Darmstadt, but fires wide! Paderborn cannot afford to concede here, otherwise Hannover would overtake them again!

Nuremberg equalise! The rollercoaster ride continues! Hannover concedes to make it 3-3! This puts Paderborn in the play-off spot in the live table!

Maglica is back on for now The defender is back on the pitch and the match continues.

Double substitution SCP takes advantage of the stoppage and makes a double substitution. Götze and Klaas are now on the pitch.

Next shot on goal The Lilies are pushing hard now: 14 of the last 15 shots on goal were taken by the hosts. Seimen gets his hands on another shot from Richter.

Crossbar! So unlucky for Klefisch, who's denied by the crossbar after a powerful strike from 30 metres. This time Seimen would have been beaten!

Unbelievable! Seimen comes up big again! The VfB Stuttgart loanee throws his arms up and initially blocks a close-range Lidberg shot from 3 metres. He then gets down in time for the second attempt as well. A tremendous showing from the 'keeper!

20 minutes to go Elversberg make it 3-0 against Münster; direct promotion is looking increasingly unlikely for Paderborn. They will now have to hope for a goal from Nuremberg in Hannover.

The Böllenfalltor rises to its feet Holland leaves the pitch. The long-serving Darmstadt player is given a standing ovation and a guard of honour as he is substituted off! López also comes off. Furukawa and Petretta get a run-out.

Double substitution Goalscorer Marino and Müller come off. Tigges and Michel are now leading the attack for SCP.

Penalty! Referee Badstübner points to the spot! López comes in too late on Sticker. An easy decision for the official!

Müller carded The Paderborn youngster catches his opponent on the ankle and is shown a yellow card.

Rollercoaster of results Hannover are back in front and therefore displace Paderborn from the play-off spot.

Nuremberg equalise! Good news for SCP from Hanover! Nuremburg's unexpected equaliser means that Paderborn are back in third place in the live table!

Seimen to the rescue again! Almost the equaliser! A nice ball slips through to Corredor, who is suddenly bearing down on Seimen one-on-one. The 'keeper makes himself big, though, and makes the save!

Here we go again! The second 45 minutes are underway in Darmstadt!

That looked painful! Baur catches Schmidt with a raised foot and is shown a yellow card. That's his fifth – in a potential play-off first leg, he would be suspended.

Bad news from Hanover A bitter blow for Paderborn: Hannover have taken the lead against Nuremberg. As it stands, a win here would not be enough for them.

Impressive save! Another important intervention from Seimen! Richter leaves Scheller for dead with a simple body feint and shoots, but the SCP 'keeper makes a fine save! Is a leveller in the pipeline?

Another chance! Corredor drives down the left flank and crosses into the centre. In the middle, Lidberg gets ahead of his marker but puts the ball wide.

Hansen puts Seimen under pressure! The Paderborn defender plays a back pass to his keeper that is just a touch too short, but Seimen clears the ball just before Lidberg can get to it.

Seimen makes a safe catch On the other end, several high balls are played into the Paderborn penalty area in quick succession. First Lidberg narrowly misses, then Richter fails to get enough power behind the ball.

Paderborn push again! Sticker crosses from the left and finds Bilbija. His header is ultimately harmless, though, and misses the goal by a fairly wide margin.

Seimen prevents the equaliser! Corredor plays a one-two with Richter on the edge of the penalty area and tries his luck with a shot towards the right corner. Seimen is down quickly, though, and makes the save!

Nuremberg lead in Hanover Good news for Paderborn filtering through from Hanover: the visitors have taken the lead, meaning they would need two goals to overtake SCP.

Bit of a lull After an entertaining start, things have calmed down a little. SCP are sitting on their lead somewhat.

Marino on good form The striker has scored five goals in his last nine matches!

Good save by Schuhen! Free kick for Paderborn: Baur finds the head of Marino, but Schuhen, at full stretch, tips the ball over the bar!

First Yellow Card Tactical foul by López - clear-cut decision!

Elversberg lead Meanwhile, the Saarlanders have taken the lead against Preußen Münster. This drops Paderborn back down to the play-off place.

Signs of life from Darmstadt Holland picks up a through ball on the left flank and carries it into the Paderborn penalty area, then tries to play in Lidberg. However, the ball bounces slightly off the striker's foot, allowing Seimen to collect it safely.

Paderborn keep up the pressure The visitors aren't letting up and win a corner. Darmstadt, however, defend it with composure.

All eyes on the live table That goal sends Paderborn up to second place in the provisional table and would therefore secure direct promotion to the Bundesliga should things stay the same! Long way to go, though.

⚽ 6' Stefano Marino (0-1)

Post! Paderborn are extremely lucky there! Lidberg receives the ball in the penalty area, spins and strikes the left-hand post. A huge sigh of relief for SCP!

Paderborn need help from others The situation for Ralf Kettemann's charges is clear: Paderborn must get the job done in Darmstadt and also hope for favourable results from Münster and Nürnberg in order to star in the Bundesliga next year.

Here we go! The ball is rolling in this pivotal match at the Böllenfalltor!

Young talent on display Paderborn are fielding their youngest ever starting eleven in professional football (average age 23.0 years).

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⚽ 90+2' Jonathan Burkardt (P) (2-2)

Scrappy Frankfurt can't put a sequence of play together, with the visitors doing their best to disrupt the rhythm of this game.

Final stages Will Stuttgart see this one out, or are there more goals to come?

Bad habit Stuttgart have now conceded nine penalties this season, the third most in the league.

⚽ 72' Jonathan Burkardt (P) (1-2)

Missed opportunity Dōan's free-kick is blocked, as is Chaïbi's effort from the rebound.

Good position Dōan skips past Mittelstädt and wins a free-kick on the edge of the area.

Double change Riera brings on Dahoud and Burkardt in an attempt to pull his side back into this game.

Big save! Chema almost gets a brace with an identical effort to his first but this time Zetterer is there to save at the far post.

Where they left off Stuttgart have started this second half determined to find a third goal.

We're back! The action returns for the second half.

⚽ 45+4' Nikolas Nartey (0-2)

Getting closer Dōan drives toward the byline before winning a corner. Stuttgart clear the subsequent delivery.

Vital clearance Götze sends in an inviting cross toward Kalimuendo but Chema intercepts in the nick of time.

Pushing for another The visitors are having the better of these closing stages.

Close to a second! Zetterer can only punch as far as Undav from a Stuttgart corner and he lays the ball off to Hendriks, whose effort doesn't go far over.

Easy save Nartey arrives late in the box to get on the end of a Führich cross but his header is too tame and doesn't trouble Zetterer.

Familiar territory Frankfurt have conceded in the first 15 minutes for the ninth time this season - only Mainz have a worse record (10).

Early casualty Bahoya has to depart as a result of injury.

Inevitable Stuttgart have scored in all of their away games this season.

⚽ 10' Chema Andrés (0-1)

Dōan on target He cuts into the box before shoveling a shot toward goal, but it's straight at Nübel.

Hosts probing It's Frankfurt who have started the brighter of the two sides.

Early chance Kalimuendo feeds Bahoya on the left-hand side who has time to take a touch before firing toward the far bottom corner, but Nübel saves well.

Off we go! The game is finally underway.

Kick-off delayed We'll have to wait slightly longer for kick-off due to smoke entering the field and reducing visibility.

Never too late This is the first time this season that Stuttgart have used the same starting XI for two games in a row.

Frankfurt subs Kauã Santos, Chandler, Theate, Chaïbi, Dahoud, Knauff, Larsson, Amaimouni-Echghouyab, Burkardt

Stuttgart subs Bredlow, Assignon, Jaquez, Jeltsch, Vagnoman, Zagadou, El Khannouss, Bouanani, Tiago Tomás

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Another farewell Kainz makes his final appearance for Cologne. The Austrian, who will leave the club in the summer after seven years of service, is on for Kamiński.

Almost! Olise charges up from deep to reach Díaz's square ball into the penalty area, but a last-ditch challenge prevents him from adding a sixth Bayern goal.

⚽ 83' Nicolas Jackson (5-1)

El Mala makes way ... but the Cologne goalscorer is walking without support as he heads to the away bench. Bülter also makes way, with Thielmann and Niang sent on for the remainder.

El Mala concern Cologne's breakout star is down with what looks like an ankle injury...

Dangerous! Olise controls a superb pass into the six-yard area from Goretzka. The Frenchman could shoot, but opts to play it back across goal, and the black shirts can clear.

Guerreiro on The Portugal international has replaced Musiala in what's his final outing as a Bayern player at the Allianz.

Like a Hurri-Kane That's Kane's 11th Bundesliga hat-trick and his fourth this season.

⚽ 69' Harry Kane (4-1)

Tah-da! The Bayern defender makes an outstanding sliding challenge to divert Bülter's goal-bound shot out for a corner, which comes to nothing. Instinctive defending at its finest!

Deflected! Musiala has a crack from 18 yards, but a deflection takes it wide for a corner. The ensuing set piece culminates in Díaz whipping a long-range effort wide.

Double change Like-for-like changes as master Neuer - seemingly carrying a knock - replaces apprentice Urbig in the Bayern goal. Olise is also sent on in place of Karl on the right wing.

Decent effort Half a chance for Cologne as Castro-Montes clips a corner towards the near post, where Bülter sends a flicked header wide.

Wouldn't have counted Upamecano picks out Díaz with a peach of a pass from deep, but the Colombian pulls his shot wide before the whistle sounds for offside.

Woodwork! Cologne get away with one as Martel's attempted clearance falls to Karl. The teenager takes aim from 18 yards, but his effort cannons back off the far post.

Warning shot Maina's involved immediately. The Cologne sub collects an inside pass and darts into the Bayern area, but the shot goes comfortably wide of Neuer's far post.

Under way again! Laimer, who was on a yellow, makes way at right-back for Stanišić. Maina's also on for defender Schmied in an attacking change for Cologne.

Chance! Díaz runs in behind Simpson-Pusey as Bayern go route one. The Colombian darts into the penalty area, but his low shot is blocked by the spread-eagle Schwäbe.

Bump! Moments after being booked, Laimer needs some treatment after receiving an accidental blow to the head.

Goal-hungry Bayern The champions are up to a record-extending 120 Bundesliga goals for the season. The previous best was 101...

Toying with the opposition Díaz torments the Cologne defence before finding the feet of Karl, but the German youngster is off balance and fires over.

Good goalkeeping Schwäbe propels himself to his left to beat away a Díaz curler. Bayern really mean business...

⚽ 22' Tom Bischof (3-1)

⚽ 18' Saïd El Mala (2-1)

⚽ 13' Harry Kane (2-0)

⚽ 10' Harry Kane (1-0)

Nearly! Cologne are defending in numbers as Kane and Goretzka combine in the penalty area. They visitors get it away, but Bayern are straight back on the attack with Díaz. He pings over a low cross, with the unmarked Karl mere inches from applying the finish.

Probing Musiala runs out of pitch as he tries to catch up with a through-ball from Díaz. Bayern have started very brightly, backed by a jubilant home crowd.

Eye for a pass Kimmich sprays a long ball over the top of the Cologne defence for the run of Díaz, but the flag goes up. Nice idea!

Bayern subs Urbig, Ulreich, Guerreiro, Ito, Olise, Stanišić, Pavlović, Jackson, Ndiaye

Cologne subs Zieler, van den Berg, Chavez, Kainz, Maina, Waldschmidt, Thielmann, Jóhannesson, Niang

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⚽ 90+5' Yan Couto (0-2)

Almost there Dortmund are close to securing their highest points total since 2018/19 - a win here would take them to 73.

Level! But... Once again, Bremen are denied by the offside flag. This one is closer, but it is still enough for Coulibaly's low strike to be chalked off.

Brandt on The midfielder is on to make his final appearance for BVB here.

Wide Nmecha's flick towards goal goes narrowly wide of the post. That was close.

Strong Dortmund have kept Bremen very quiet in this half.

⚽ 60' Serhou Guirassy (0-1)

Again! The next Backhaus intervention keeps out Guirassy's header from a corner. He could have had a hat-trick today!

Denied! Again, Backhaus intervenes to keep out Guirassy's attempt. He is having some game so far.

Up and running There are just 45 minutes of the season left for both of these teams.

Over A speculative attempt from Schmidt flies well over the crossbar. No chance.

Goal! But... A free-kick towards the back post is put into the back of the net by former BVB player Pieper, but the goal is ruled out for offside.

Over A Svensson corner is curled towards the goalline, but Guirassy's header goes over the crossbar. No danger there.

Quiet There is a currently a little lull in proceedings, with Bremen circulating possession.

Chance! Again, Bremen threaten, but on this occasion, a poke towards goal from a tight angle is kept out by Schlotterbeck rather comfortably.

In the middle Neither team is asserting their authority right now, with the ball being played around the middle of the park without too much danger.

Bouncing around the box Bremen find themselves in another dangerous position, but there are too many bodies and they can't quite get a real shot off.

Incredible! The next remarkable Backhaus stop comes as he tips Guirassy's poke over the bar! Still all square.

Great double save! Backhaus is called into action twice in quick succession, and does brilliantly on both occasions. First, he pushes Guirassy's attempt away from goal, before parrying Inácio's first-time effort on the rebound onto the post.

Strong The hosts have got themselves into a couple of good positions, but nothing has come of it so far.

We're off We're underway in Bremen for the final day of the season.

Close The final day of the season is almost underway.

Bremen subs Kolke, Stark, Agu, Friedl, Bittencourt, Čović, Mbangula, Grüll, Milošević

Dortmund subs Meyer, Couto, Süle, Özcan, Brandt, Chukwuemeka, Sabitzer, Silva, Adeyemi

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Another huge chance for Maza Leverkusen break through on the right, and Vázquez has space in the box. He pulls the ball back to Maza, who has his shot blocked right in front of the goal.

Leverkusen survive Mikelbrencis gets down the right and sends in a superb cross that is almost bundled past Flekken by a combination of Arthur and Capaldo.

Good chance A great delivery from the left finds Mikelbrencis at the back post, but he can't sort himself out to get a shot away.

Added time There will be seven extra minutes to finish this one.

Palacios fires wide Torunarigha loses the ball in a dangerous position, and Hofmann pounces. He finds Palacios on the edge of the box, but he can only curl his shot wide.

⚽ 78' Jarell Quansah (1-1)

More changes Goalscorer Vieira is coming off to be replaced by Baldé in what could be his final game for the club. Nandja and Poulsen are also on.

Over again Palacios chips a neat cross over to Schick, but he can only head over the bar.

Can Leverkusen respond? The hosts are moving the ball around, but Hamburg's defence is holding firm now that they have something to hold on to.

Multiple subs In response, Hjulmand makes a triple sub as Hofmann, Arthur and Ben Seghir all enter the action. Muheim is also on for Hamburg.

⚽ 61' Fábio Vieira (0-1)

Schick's header saved Maza does brilliantly to get down the left and cross. Schick meets the delivery, but his header is straight at Tangvik. Moments later, Quansah drags a shot narrowly wide.

Flekken denies Vieira Vieira rolls his man in the box and lets fly, looking for the far corner with his weaker right foot. He connects perfectly, but Flekken leaps across to tip the ball behind for a corner. A superb save!

Another big chance for Maza Palacios pokes a neat pass through to Maza in the box. He shoots on the spin, but hooks his shot wide from a great position.

Maza hits the side-netting Tillman feeds Maza in the box. He takes a touch into space before firing into the side-netting from a tight angle.

Maza's shot deflects wide Tapsoba's effort is blocked. The ball then falls to Maza, whose shot deflects over the bar.

Back underway The ball is moving again in Leverkusen.

Dangerous delivery A Leverkusen short corner sees Grimaldo whip in a superb cross, but Vušković is there to head behind. From the following corner, García sends in a cross that Andrich nods over from a good position.

More danger for Leverkusen Philippe has a go from range that Flekken parries. Vušković then sets up Stange in the box, but his effort is blocked by Quansah.

Lokonga has a go The Belgian tries his luck from the edge of the box, and Flekken has to make another stop.

Big chance A ball is played towards the edge of the box, which Torunarigha pokes into the path of Grønbæk. He just has Flekken to beat, but Culbreath gets back to put enough pressure on the Dane to miss the chance.

Schick back defending Lokonga gets into the box and tries to shoot, but Schick is back in his own box to make the block.

Leverkusen can't break through Grimaldo finds Maza, who shoots from a good position, but Torunarigha gets across to make an important block.

Penalty for Leverkusen Tillman slots the ball through to Schick, who has his ankles clipped by Torunarigha, but was it offside, or was it even inside the box?

Maza denied Leverkusen combine neatly around the Hamburg penalty area with Tillman feeding Maza in the box. He drives a low shot towards the far post, but Tangvik reacts well to make the save.

Hamburg offering a threat too The visitors have two quick shots in succession as Philippe's shot is blocked, and then Remberg fires wide from the edge of the box.

Another good chance for Leverkusen Up the other end, the Leverkusen players are queueing up in the box, but in the end, Maza can only scuff an effort towards goal from Grimaldo's cross.

Off the woodwork! Hamburg almost take a shock lead as Philippe's cross is headed against the woodwork by Capaldo.

Hamburg survive Grimaldo's free-kick hits the wall. There is then a bit of a scramble in the box before Palacios hits a shot against teammate Tapsoba.

Great run Culbreath bursts forward, beats a couple of players and wins a free-kick on the edge of the box.

Over the bar Lokonga fires in a low cross that Flekken beats away. Philippe heads the rebound over the bar.

Schick almost has a chance Grimaldo has space to cross from the left towards Schick, but just before he can strike it, Torunarigha gets back to make a vital challenge.

First good chances Palacios finds the run of Schick in the box. He powers an effort towards goal that Tangvik parries clear. Leverkusen then recycle the ball down the right, and Grimaldo sets Maza just inside the box, but his shot goes over the bar.

Crossing opportunities wasted First, Culbreath and then Tillman get to the byline, but both of their crosses fail to find a teammate.

Vieira has a go The Portuguese midfielder dips inside and hits a shot that bounces just in front of the goal, but the effort is just wide of the mark.

We're underway The ball is moving in Leverkusen.

Players on the pitch Not long now until we get underway.

Players in the tunnel Leverkusen need a win to give themselves a chance of qualifying for the Champions League.

Leverkusen subs Blaswich, Arthur, Badé, Oermann, Vázquez, Fernández, Hofmann, Ben Seghir, Poku

Hamburg subs Heuer Fernandes, Gocholeishvili, Mikelbrencis, Muheim, Nandja, Elfadli, Baldé, Jatta, Poulsen

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Philipp chance The midfielder will be leaving in the summer. Now he gets one more chance to take to the pitch for Freiburg.

Höler off target The forward cuts in from the right and shoots on his left but the ball flies wide.

Matanović impressive Matanović has been involved in six Freiburg's 10 shots, converting twice.

Yellow card for Baumgartner For a bad foul on Höler at the halfway line.

A statistical first This is the first time in 24 attempts that Freiburg have put four past Leipzig.

⚽ 75' Derry Scherhant (4-1)

Finally a happy ending? It has been six years since Freiburg last won on the final day. Last season, that cost them a UEFA Champions League place. Things are looking more promising now.

Ginter excellent Matthias Ginter has won 83 per cent of his duels, making him the strongest player on the pitch for aerial and ground challenges.

Nusa lively Things are heating up in Freiburg's penalty area. A misplaced pass from Treu, the ball is played on by Diomande to Nusa. He plays it low and hard into the centre - but too fast, so Harder can't get on the ball.

Nusa chance! Antonio Nusa hits a volley but it strikes Conrad Harder and sails wide.

Baumi has a go Christoph Baumgartner gets a shot off, but the angle is too tight. No real danger.

Freiburg cruise control Freiburg's 3-1 lead would be enough for European football next season on its own, but Frankfurt losing 2-0 and Augsburg 3-0 is also helping their cause!

Blocked Matanović plays into Derry Scherhant's stride. He cuts inside from the left, but waits too long and sees his shot blocked.

A first for Makengo Jordy Makengo provided his first assist in his 59th Bundesliga match.

Goal glut against RBL In their last 14 games against Leipzig, Freiburg had never scored more than one. They now have three in 47 minutes.

Goalscorer Ginter Matthias Ginter has scored three of his five goals this season from February on.

⚽ 47' Matthias Ginter (3-1)

Wasted chance Good chance for Freiburg! Matanović receives the ball from Ginter on the halfway line and slips Treu in. The right-back looks free and clear but overruns it and before shooting straight Gulácsi in the Leipzig goal.

Back underway The second half has begun. Can Freiburg hold onto the win, and European football?

Impressive final run-out Nicolas Höfler has covered the most ground (6.4 km) and has a pass completion rate of 91 per cent.

All-action Matanović Matanović contested by far the most duels (28), winning a solid 46 per cent of them, and was rewarded Freiburg's second goal.

Ouédraogo finding his range Ouédraogo has another go from outside the box. The shot is deflected but Atubolu reacts well.

Getting Harder to score? Conrad Harder gets the ball at the corner of the box, shimmies, then drills a powerful shot low and hard towards goal. Atubolu is equal to it, though.

Leipzig pushing The visitors have been the better side since pulling one back, pushing for the equaliser.

Long-range specialist Thee of Ouédraogo's four goals have been scored from outside the box this season.

Ouédraogo back in business Ouédraogo's fourth goal of the season is also his first since November 2025. A January knee injury had previously derailed his campaign.

⚽ 33' Assan Ouédraogo (2-1)

Horrible start This is the quickest RBL have gone 2-0 down this season - they hold out for longer in the 6-0 drubbing at Bayern Munich!

Matanović form Igor Matanović bags his 11th goal in this Bundesliga season - nine of which have come since the turn of the year.

⚽ 26' Igor Matanović (2-0)

Beste on his left Beste is now up to 10 Bundesliga goals. A natural lefty, that was his third with his right foot.

⚽ 24' Niklas Beste (1-0)

Advantage Freiburg Now Frankfurt are also trailing Stuttgart 1-0. This means Freiburg have a two-point cushion over Eintracht and Augsburg.

Close again Freiburg are pushing. This time it's Derry Scherhant who goes close, shaking off a handful of defenders and firing wide.

European prospects Augsburg are trailing Union 1-0. With Frankfurt-Stuttgart is still goalless, Freiburg would gain UEFA Conference League qualification as it stands.

Over the bar again! Diomande receives the ball on the edge of the penalty area, turns past his opponent and fires over.

High again Igor Matanović holds the ball up before slipping it to Manzambi, but again he fires over.

Good play Diomande gets past Philipp Treu down the left and crosses for Christoph Baumgartner. The prolific Austrian goes down under duress from Jordy Makengo. The referee waves it away after consulting VAR.

Over the bar A lovely counter-attack from Die Breisgauer. Derry Scherhant dances through and lays off Johan Manzambi, but the Swiss youngster then fires high.

First test Yan Diomande plays a one-two combination through the Freiburg ranks, gets inside the box and shoots, but it's too weak to test Noah Atubolu.

Early warning Veteran Nicolas Höfler commits a bad foul on the halfway line and gets a telling off from from referee Stegemann.

1' Kick-off! We’re underway at the Europa-Park-Stadion. Can the hosts - and UEFA Europa League finalists - secure European football for next season here? Stay tuned!

Gulácsi's comeback Peter Gulácsi makes his first appearance in three months. His last outing was the 2-2 draw with Wolfsburg On 15 February,

More on Leipzig's team Ole Werner has wrung the changes for Leipzig, resting captain David Raum while Rômulo, Xaver Schlager and Ridle Baku drop to the bench. Assan Ouédraogo will be hoping for a big performances in midfield, and a late surge into Julian Nagelsmann’s FIFA World Cup squad.

Höfler's final Bundesliga match Nicolas Höfler is playing his 293rd and final Bundesliga match for Freiburg. Only Christian Günter ranks ahead of him (370).

More on Freiburg's team Maximilian Eggestein leads Freiburg out with Christian Günter on the bench. Veteran left-back Günter is among those rested ahead of Wednesday’s UEFA Europa League final, alongside set piece specialist Vincenzo Grifo. Yuito Suzuki’s absence is injury enforced.

Leipzig starting XI Gulácsi – Henrichs, Orbán (c), Lukeba, Finkgräfe – Ouédraogo, Seiwald, Baumgartner – Gruda, Harder, Diomande Subs: Vandevoort, Bitshiabu, Banzuzi, Nusa, Bakayoko, Baku, Schlager, Gomis, Rômulo

Freiburg starting XI Atubolu – Treu, Ginter, Lienhart, Makengo – Eggestein (c), Höfler – Beste, Manzambi, Scherhant – Matanović Subs: Müller, Ogbus, Günter, Kübler, Jung, Grifo, Philipp, Irié, Höler, Schuster

Leipzig absences Raum (rested), Zingerle (wrist)

Freiburg absences Osterhage (knee), Suzuki (broken collarbone)

Lacking for Leipzig Captain David Raum is likely to be rested, giving Max Finkgräfe another chance at left back. Third-choice goalkeeper Leopold Zingerle (wrist) is injured, with Péter Gulácsi expected to start over Maarten Vandevoordt anyway.

Missing for Freiburg Talented Japan midfielder Yuito Suzuki sits this one out with a broken collarbone. Patrick Osterhage could feature after shaking of a knee injury, though.

Referees confirmed Sascha Stegemann (referee), Christof Günsch (assistant referee 1), Fabian Maibaum (assistant referee 2), Timo Gansloweit (4th official), Sören Storks (VAR), Christian Fischer (VAR assistant) will oversee today's game.

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⚽ 89' Wooyeong Jeong (4-0)

Consolation? Baum's and Co. will at least once to take home a goal in the final stages.

Better from Augsburg But it is ultimately too little, too late from the visitors.

Comfortable At the moment, there is no threat of Augsburg starting an unlikely comeback.

Massengo in the book He hasn't been on long, but he is cautioned for a foul on Ansah.

Over Kemlein curls one over the crossbar first time. It actually takes a deflection and goes for a corner.

⚽ 54' András Schäfer (3-0)

Trimmel denied The captain has not scored in 106 games, but he almost broke that drought here. However, his shot is pushed away by Dahmen. Still 2-0.

Strong start Eta's team have been really positive at the start of this second period. They are enjoying themselves.

Save! A chance for Burke to all but secure the points as he arrives at the back post. However, his shot is straight at Dahmen.

Underway The final half of the season for these teams is up and running.

Save Ansah's shot is deflected, which takes the power out of it. It is therefore an easy save for Dahmen.

⚽ 42' Andrej Ilić (2-0)

Union comfortable The home team haven't really come under much pressure in this one after moving in front. Remember, Augsburg are still in the race for European football and could still clinch seventh if things go their way.

Augsburg threaten Baum's side find themselves in the final third, but they lack the required composure to play the correct pass.

Yellow A foul from the captain on Kömür sees him go into the book.

Booked The Scotland international goes into the book after kicking the ball away.

A season first That was Ilić's first goal this term that wasn't with his head. Regardless, they all count!

⚽ 10' Andrej Ilić (1-0)

Wide In-form Kade drives forward and beats a couple of opponents, but can only drag his attempt wide. That wasn't too far away, though.

Looking for the perfect send-off Union will be eager to say goodbye to Doekhi and Leite in style. They have started positively here, but no chances to speak off.

Underway Matchday 34 is up and running in the capital!

Just around the corner Kick off is not far away.

Union subs Wisbereit, Querfeld, Juranovic, Jeong, Haberer, Skarke, Skov, Král, Bogdanov

Ausgburg subs Labrović, Klein, Pedersen, Schlotterbeck, Banks, Massengo, Ribeiro, Ogundu

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Two to go Majer and Amoura enter the fray.

Perfectly weighted Eriksen almost picks out Shiogai with another magnificent through-ball, but Vasilj is off his line quickly to clear.

Almost! Vasilj gets on the end of the corner but can't make proper contact with the ball. Wolfsburg eventually clear their lines.

Seven minutes added on Into stoppage-time we we go...

Late corner The scarves are out among the home fans at the Millerntor-Stadion. Vasilj is coming up for the corner too...

Superb tackle Kumbedi almost breaks clear of the St. Pauli defence but Andō produces a last-ditch challenge to deny the Wolfsburg man.

Five to go The ball is at the wrong end of the pitch from a St. Pauli perspective. Wolfsburg are looking comfortable.

⚽ 80' Dženan Pejčinović (1-3)

Can St. Pauli capitalise? Jones is on for the closing stages...

Penalty given! Eriksen to take it...

Penalty for Wolfsburg? VAR are checking for a potential penalty for a handball by Andō. Siebert is going to his monitor...

Andō to the rescue The substitute almost gets on the scoresheet as Gerhardt connects with a low cross into the box, but Andō deflects the midfielder's effort out for a corner.

Wolfsburg pushing The visitors are firmly on top now. Pauli manage to clear the danger from a couple of Eriksen corners, but the home side have had the wind taken from their sails by that own goal.

Another change Gerhardt enters the fray for the final 25 minutes or so. Wolfsburg have their three-point cushion over Pauli back. Can they hold on?

Thirty to go We're set for a nervy final half hour at the Millerntor-Stadion. Wolfsburg are trying to slow the game down after that Ceesay header, stifling Pauli's momentum.

Wolfsburg not panicking Pauli, of course, still need one more goal to leapfrog Wolfsburg into 16th.

⚽ 57' Abdoulie Ceesay (1-1)

Fine goalkeeping Kaars does well to swing in a cross from the right flank, but Grabara does brilliantly to claw the ball out of harm's way before Ceesay can get a touch.

Routine stop Pejčinović
finds space for the shot on the corner of the penalty area but Vasilj is equal to it, clutching the ball to his chest.

Hope for Pauli? Ceesay has scored on his last two appearances off the bench. Can the 22-year-old make it three in a row here?

No shortage of effort As they were early in the first half, Wolfsburg are looking to gain a stranglehold on possession - but St. Pauli are throwing themselves into every tackle in an effort to get themselves back into the contest.

No takers Wolfsburg are immediately back on the attack as Daghim fizzes a low ball across the face of Vasilj's goal, but it evades everyone inside the area. Bright start to the half from the visitors though.

Back under way! Ceesay is on for Hountondji as the second half gets under way. Wolfsburg are unchanged.

Half-time change Ceesay is preparing to come on for Pauli.

Heidenheim two down Mainz have made it 2-0 against Heidenheim, whose survival hopes are hanging by a thread.

Into stoppage time One minute added on at the end of the first half.

Half-time approaching Five minutes to go in what has been an absorbing first-half. Can the visitors take a narrow lead into half-time?

⚽ 37' Konstantinos Koulierakis (0-1)

Vasilj 2-0 Daghim Vasilj denies Daghim again in a one-v-one! The Wolfsburg forward latches onto a delicious pass from Eriksen, but his left-footed effort is deflected behind for another Wolves corner.

Another yellow Daghim brings down Fujita and follows Souza into Siebert's book.

Off the post! Souza gets on the end of the corner but can only direct his header off the outside of the post. Another let-off for Pauli.

What an effort! This is a magnificent attempt from Eriksen, who goes for goal from a free-kick around 30 metres from goal. It's straight at Vasilj, but the Pauli goalkeeper adopts a safety-first approach and punches the ball behind for a corner.

As it stands... Wolfsburg are heading into the relegation play-off, with St. Pauli and Heidenheim both going down.

Wide from Andō Wolfsburg fail to properly deal with a couple of low crosses into the area, handing possession back to St. Pauli. The ball is eventually swung in again and Andō meets the delivery with looping header, which sails just wide of Grabara's left-hand post.

Eriksen denied The veteran midfielder lets fly from the edge of the box but his low, left-footed effort is comfortably saved by Vasilj.

Off the bar again! Daghim goes close for the second time in a matter of seconds from the resulting corner, firing against the crossbar from close range. This game has really come alive in the last few moments.

Appeals waved away Pejčinović is caught by Irvine inside the box after attempting to feed the ball through to Daghim, but referee Daniel Siebert waves play on.

Souza cautioned The former Sheffield United man picks up the game's first booking for a meaty challenge on Fujita near the centre circle.

Lovely run Pyrka darts past several Wolfsburg players inside the area before fizzing in a low cross, but Eriksen is in the right place at the right time to clear the danger.

Corner cleared St. Pauli win the first corner of the match but Pyrka's delivery is booted clear. Nothing separating the sides so far.

News from Heidenheim... Mainz have taken the lead at the Voith-Arena, which is good news for both these teams. Wolfsburg remain 16th as it stands, with St. Pauli currently 17th.

Solid defending A half-chance for the Wolves as Svanberg attempts an acrobatic volley inside the area, but Irvine throws himself in the way of the shot.

Composed in possession Wolfsburg are pinging the ball around confidently so far. Daghim almost outmuscles Andō on the left side of the penalty area, but the Japan international manages to win a free-kick off the Wolves forward.

Ouch! Svanberg goes down after taking a ball to the face, but the Wolfsburg midfielder is back on his feet quickly.

Phenomenal atmosphere Both sets of fans are giving it their all as the two teams try to settle. Hountondji tries to break clear down the left, but Vavro is across quickly to snuff out the danger.

Off we go! The visitors get the action under way.

Ready to go Kick-off at the Millerntor-Stadion is just a few moments away.

Wolfsburg subs Pervan, Jenz, Majer, Lindström, Zehnter, Gerhardt, Paredes, Shiogai, Amoura

St. Pauli subs Voll, Ritzka, Stevens, Mets, Rasmussen, Jones, Hara, Sinani, Ceesay

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⚽ 90+1' Robin Hack (4-0)

Into added time The fourth official has signalled four additional minutes.

⚽ 81' Kevin Diks (3-0)

Kabak cautioned Kabak is the latest Hoffenheim player to be shown a yellow card, this time for a foul on Machino.

Standing firm Prass gets a second attempt at the cross which falls to Kabak, but Reyna manages to get a foot to the ball to clear it behind for another corner, which is subsequently cleared.

Double change Akpoguma and Hložek come on for Hoffenheim, who have 15 minutes to find a way back into this game.

Attacking change The scorer of Gladbach's second goal is replaced by Machino.

On the break Ullrich wins the ball from Coufal and initiates another Gladbach counter-attack. Hack drives forward before finding Tabaković, who plays the ball wide for Honorat but his cross is caught by Baumann.

Another booking Prass is shown a yellow card for a foul on Honorat, as Gladbach look at attack down their right - the Frenchman's free-kick into the path of Tabaković is cleared.

Changes Hoffenheim responded by making two changes with Prömel and Campbell entering the fray, while Polanski reacts with three of his own. Honorat, Reyna and Hack come on for Gladbach.

No goal! Scally plays a ball between the lines into Sander, who finds Tabaković. The Gladbach forward, on loan from Hoffenheim, fires low and hard past Baumann for his second of the afternoon but he strayed offside in the build up.

Another booking Hoffenheim are struggling to keep their composure here. Avdullahu is the latest player in the referee's book.

Route one Diks plays a long ball deep from his own half into the path of Stöger, who loses flight of the ball, which allows Baumann to collect.

Game's first substitution Just 10 minutes into the second half and Ilzer makes a change, with Prass replacing Kramarić.

Gladbach probing The Foals are in control and are looking for an opening, which doesn't arrive, but they look the more likely to score with Hoffenheim struggling to impose themselves on the game.

Stöger shoots... ...but it's well over Baumann's crossbar from the Gladbach man.

Play resumes Gladbach get the second half under way...

Into added time The fourth official has signalled one additional minute.

Intensity Both teams now have two cards apiece - Sander is the next player to be cautioned.

In the book No complaints from Tabaković, who goes into the referee's notebook for a challenge on Kabak.

Another card Hoffenheim is the next player in the book for a foul on Lemperle.

First booking The Hoffenheim defender goes into the book after bringing down Bolin. The visitors need to remain composed here, as Gladbach are hungry for more.

Almost another Gladbach want more! Elvedi tries his luck but Kabak throws his body in front of the ball. The Foals are up for this one!

⚽ 23' Haris Tabaković (2-0)

No way through Hoffenheim are looking for an instant response, but they can't find a way past Gladbach's low block.

⚽ 14' Hugo Bolin (1-0)

Playing with intensity Hoffenheim are showing intent early on as they chase a top-four finish, but Gladbach's defence remain resilient. As the visitors pour forward in search of goals, it's allowing the Foals to counter-attack through the pace of Mohya.

On the front foot Hoffenheim start brightly, winning an early corner, but Burger's cross towards the far post doesn't find a teammate.

Off we go! Hoffenheim get the ball rolling - can they secure a top-four spot?

Gladbach subs Olschowsky, Chiarodia, Takai, Honorat, Neuhaus, Reyna, Hack, Kleindienst, Machino

Hoffenheim subs Philipp, Hranáč, Akpoguma, Prömel, Damar, Prass, Campbell, Hložek, Moerstedt

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Mainz standing firm Conteh picks up a loose ball on the left side, he swings a cross over, but Lee clears the danger.

It's just not their day Heidenheim's fans even seem to have lost the faith now - looks like their first Bundesliga stint will end after three years. But it's still an incredible story - they were still in the third tier in 2013/14.

Mainz stand firm Honsak comes forward, there's space on the right for Zivzivadze...but again he can't find a way past Potulski.

Final throw of the dice Will those new faces make a difference for Heidenheim? They've had the heart, just not the quality in the final third.

Mainz go close A free-kick is angled into the Heidenheim box, it's directed goal wards and Mainka has to clear off the line with Feller beaten.

Schimmer fizzes one over The substitute makes a sweet connection with a cross, but can't keep the header down - it was travelling.

Bad news from Hamburg Wolfsburg now lead at St. Pauli, which means Heidenheim's destiny is out of their hands.

Ibrahimović thwarted Heidenheim have some space to roam into. Ibrahimović picks up the ball on the left, but the on-loan Bayern youngster can't work a clear sight of goal and Potulski blocks.

The state of play If Heidenheim win, and Wolfsburg and Pauli draw, they will finish in the play-off spot in 16th. For now, the permutations are simple for Schmidt's men.

Get the calculators out With the scores as they are, Heidenheim need to win...and Mainz squandered a three-goal lead at the break on matchday 31 of this season, losing 4-3 to Bayern.

Do they believe in miracles? Heidenheim last won after trailing by 2 goals at the break on April 6, 2024 - 3:2 against Bayern! They now need to do it again, especially with Pauli having equalised against Wolfsburg.

Chances at both ends There's a panic and a scramble in the Heidenheim box, but they smuggle the ball away and it then takes a last-ditch tackle from Mwene to deny Christian Conteh a clear sight of goal at the other end.

Off the 'bar It's a high ball into the box and somehow Schöppner makes a great connection - his header ricochets off the bar...so unlucky. They've done almost everything but score this half have Heidenheim.

Hosts' tails up Mainz have barely been out of their half since the restart. Zivzivadze has a cross blocked and behind for a corner...Mainka sends an outrageous backheel flick over the bar. That would have been some goal.

Handball appeal Mainz lose the ball just outside their own box, Zivzivadze with a fantastic run into the Mainz area - tries to cross, it's blocked by the hand of Posch as the Mainz defender falls...VAR say "no penalty"

Wasted opportunity Heidenheim players line up inside the Mainz area for a free-kick that could bear fruit... but the delivery isn't optimal from Ibrahimović and no one can get a touch.

Changes for both sides How will that change the complexion of the game?

The situation With Wolfsburg winning 1-0 at St. Pauli, the Wolves would finish in the relegation/promotion play-off spot of 16th while St. Pauli 17th and Heidenheim bottom are relegated to Bundesliga 2 for next season. But that could still all change.

Ibrahimović...no The Heidenheim man comes down the left, looks up and plays the ball across the face of Batz's goal, but there's no one near it in a red shirt.

⚽ 43' Nadiem Amiri (0-2)

Dinkçi effort blocked Potulski throws himself at Dinkçi's shot and makes a solid block - the young Polish defender has been superb in the first half here.

Heidenheim pressing Pieringer can't quite connect when a lovely ball is slid behind the visiting backline and into the six-yard box...oohs and aahs around the ground. The home fans are making a racket - can their players respond?

Focused on the bench The Heidenheim bench are all focused on screens in front of them - no doubt watching this game for tactical tweaks, but also with more than one eye on what's happening in Hamburg...

Amiri off a post The Germany midfielder bursts forward from just inside the hosts' half, drifts away from challenges and then around Feller, but his shot comes off the outside of the near post. Amiri with his head in his hands - that should have been a second. This game is so open!

Becker run The Dutch forward sprints down the right and then weaves inside - he gets a shot away but it's straight at Feller. That could have worked out worse for the hosts.

Batz denies Dinkçi Heidenheim come forward with purpose. Dinkçi finds space on the edge of the penalty area and steers a shot goalwards - Batz leaps left to turn the ball behind for a corner.

Frank the Fella Feller denies Tietz brilliantly when the Mainz forward is played in behind the static home backline - the Heidenheim goalkeeper throws himself at the feet of the goalscorer and pushes the ball out of his stride. Timed it perfectly.

Mainz threat The visitors look dangerous every time they get near the home goal - Heidenheim simply cannot keep Tietz in check.

Hosts go close Cross comes in from the right. It's flicked on and Ibrahimović on the volley...flashes across Batz's goal and not too far wide of the far post. Great response from the hosts.

Tietz denied by the bar Amiri clips a free-kick in from the left side, the ball is met by Tietz on the volley and his effort - with the outside of his right boot - crashes off the crossbar. So close to a second;

⚽ 7' Phillip Tietz (0-1)

Home push Busch bursts forward down the right and looks for the run of Zivzivadze in behind the Mainz backline, but Potulski keeps his cool and earns a free-kick after he's bundled to the ground.

Bright start Mainz make headway in the opening minutes, and Heidenheim are fortunate an inviting cross falls to their captain in the middle of their penalty area and not one of the visitors, who are wearing their away kit of all white today.

90 minutes left The final league game of the season gets underway - Heidenheim will hope it's not their last match of the season though...can they grab that play-off spot?

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⚽ 90+1' Josip Juranovic (1-3)

⚽ 88' Oliver Burke (1-2)

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.

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.

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.

Lee picks up a booking The Mainz sub receives a yellow card after a tactical foul.

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.

Too high from Sano The Mainz midfielder has a free header from 10 yards out, but he can't quite direct it on target.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

⚽ 48' Sheraldo Becker (1-1)

Back underway Both sides are unchanged for the second period. Can Eta close out her first win as Union head coach?

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

Nine minutes added on After the substantial protest delay, there will be a sizable amount of stoppage time.

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.

⚽ 38' Andrej Ilić (0-1)

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.

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.

Match resumes The tennis balls have been cleared away, and the game is back underway in Mainz.

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.

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.

Rothe tries his luck Rothe takes a shot from range, but puts his powerful attempt wide to the left of the goal.

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.

Early yellow for Caci The Mainz man drags a Union attacker back to prevent a counter and is booked for his action.

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.

We're underway! Mainz get the game going in red and white, while Union Berlin are in their changed all black strip.

Union Berlin subs Wisbereit, Querfeld, Juranovic, Nsoki, Köhn, Jeong, Schäfer, Skarke, Král.

Mainz subs Batz, Potulski, Widmer, Veratschnig, Maloney, Lee, Kawasaki, Weiper, Sieb.

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Wall of Heidenheim Frank Schmidt's side have no ambitions of attacking on the counter now, with three points nearly in their hands, it's all about shutting down Cologne every change they get. It's the period of the match where game management is key.

Wide from Waldschmidt The Cologne number seven does well to get the shot away on his right with Feller frozen to his spot but it creeps just past the upright. The comeback might not happen for Cologne after all...

Going down to the wire The fourth official has indicated six minutes of injury time.

Now Heintz The defender is the next to have a chance to say goodbye to the Cologne fans at home as he will also depart the club at the end of the season with Kainz.

Mainka down Heidenheim's ever-present in the top flight goes down in the box and briefly causes some concern but you don't go three years of Bundesliga minutes without being able to take some bruises and the Heidenheim keeper is back up and running once again.

Cool heads The Heidenheim outfielders are doing their very best to keep the ball from turning over, some really clever passes and dribbles on show here as we approach the end of the 90...

Over the top... It was a well-placed delivery from a Dorsch corner on the right but the free man Pieringer in the middle is unable to direct the header at goal.

So close from Castro-Montes! That was sloppy from the substitute Conteh who almost let Castro-Montes get a free header at Feller but the attempt goes wide of the Heidenheim goal. Still 3-1 for the visitors.

SAVE FROM FELLER! Point blank reaction from the Heidenheim keeper to deny Bülter's header, that needed a powerful punch and Feller delivered just that.

As it stands... That goal now means Heidenheim have overtaken St. Pauli and moved up to 17th with the same points and now, the same goal difference.

⚽ 72' Jan Schöppner (1-3)

Out of steam That was a brilliant effort from Dorsch on the break to make a run on the left flank and then doing just enough to find Pieringer in the middle but the Heidenheim man runs out of steam with the returning Cologne defenders shutting him down.

Heidenheim bodies in the way! That was a superb move from Cologne to find space behind the Heidenheim lines again and a cross from the right cuts loose to the feet of Waldschmidt which is blocked the multiple Heidenheim bodies.

Chances at both ends! First it's El Mala who has a shot on target after some good work to open up the space but an easy save for Feller who releases quickly for the visitors to break and the move ends with a curler from Ibrahimović which needs a strong punch away from Schwäbe. Heidenheim go close once again.

THAT HAS TO GO IN! Another fantastic counter from Heidenheim and this time Ibrahimović's cutback is absolutely spot on for the goal scorer Schöppner whose shot blasts just over Schwäbe's post. That should have been the third for the visitors.

First change of the day As we approach the hour mark, it is Cologne who make the first change of the day with Waldschmidt replacing Krauß

Pause in play Two players are down, El Mala and Dorsch, the latter looks to have suffered a greater blow here but after some attention from the medical staff, he looks okay to carry on. A hug shared between El Mala and the Heidenheim midfielder after the incident. Play resumes.

Nearly from Ibrahimović again.. Superb play from the Bayern loanee to break past Cologne defenders with a mazy dribble and then looks to find the onrushing Dinkçi with a through ball but the weight was just not right.

On target from Bülter The first half goal scorer does manage to get a shot on target at the end of a promising Cologne move but it is too easy to gather for Feller as it was aimed right at him.

Almost for Heidenheim Schmidt's men break beyond the Cologne lines for the first time and Ibrahimović receives on the flanks and does well to cut inside but holds on too long to find the perfect pass and the ball is turned over.

Awkward for Feller That was an awkward save for the Heidenheim keeper with Sebulonsen getting to the byline and lobbing a cross into the box, the height was unexpected for the visiting keeper but he does enough to keep it from danger.

Similar starts The start of the second period has been so far similar to the first, Cologne moving ball from left to right and patiently probing for an opening.

We're off again The referee blows the whistle and the hosts get the ball rolling for the second half.

Not long to go The fourth official has indicated two minutes of added time here before we break for half-time.

Ibrahimović into Schwäbe's arms The Heidenheim winger needed to add more curl to his strike to get the ball to his team-mates but it ends up being a safe gather for the Billygoats number one.

Nearly from Pieringer! The Heidenheim number 18 takes his time and then fires at goal with Schmied marking him and it needed a save from Schwäbe to creep just past the hosts' net for a corner.

Second yellow for the visitors Ibrahimović and Zivzivadze have pace to burn but the latter steps on Schmied's foot who was retreating to cover and the referee wastes no time in showing yellow.

Zivzivadze close... The Georgian is flagged offside but that was the second dangerous counter from the visitors in as many minutes who are looking more and more likely to score the next goal but the way this game is going, you can never really say for certain.

Behrens has a go now Another well-timed counter from the visitors sees Behrens invert into a dangerous position for a shot but the Cologne defenders are alert to the danger and manage to do enough to shake him off.

Bülter did not expect it! The goalscorer is on his knees in the middle of the Heidenheim box as another cross from the right finds its way into the Heidenheim area but Bülter fails to adjust in time to make the perfect contact.

Dinkçi into the book Now the Heidenheim winger is the first to go into the book for a foul dragging back Lund attacking down the right.

⚽ 28' Arijon Ibrahimović (1-2)

Cologne keep coming Multiple attempts at goal from Jóhannesson's well-placed delivery into the Heidenheim box but the defenders, led by Mainka, hold firm.

Foul from Mainka The jinking feet of El Mala well outside the Heidenheim bring a foul from captain Mainka and Cologne have a potentially dangerous opportunity here..

Dinkçi has a go It's a long long throw from Behrens whose delivery is cleared by a Cologne man inside the box, and the ball falls at the feet of Dinkçi who has a go at goal, but fires well wide.

El Mala can't turn it in! Smooth football on display from the Billygoats in playing out from the back as they attack the space down the right once again, this time it's Jakub Kamiński whose darting run and subsequent cross is left untouched by two Cologne men, including El Mala who finds himself inside the net without the ball.

Probing down the right That was a little bit hit and hope from Krauß whose through-ball down the right doesn't have the right weight and it's a goal kick for Feller.

Zivzivadze goes close! The Georgian twists and turns just outside the Cologne box and fires at goal but his shot is deflected ever so slightly away from goal and out for a corner.

Cologne hungry for more Wagner's mean penetrate the Heidenheim box once again from the right hand flank which is looking particularly productive for them, they want more.

⚽ 10' Marius Bülter (1-1)

⚽ 8' Jan Schöppner (0-1)

No takers Cologne enjoy a short spell of possession near the Heidenheim area and look to use some combinations to find the key pass - but it all ends up with a Krauß pass into a dangerous area, but no Cologne man there to meet it.

Setting the tone Already within the first two minutes, it's becoming clear that Heidenheim are happy to sit back and let the home side see more of the ball and hurt them on the break, when possible.

Here we go! The home side get us underway for the first half.

Song in the air The famous Cologne anthem rings loudly in the air as both teams walk out and prepare to take to the pitch.

Happy mood The fans at the RheinEnergieSTADION reflect a relaxed mood, safety is all but guaranteed for the Billygoats thanks to their superior goal difference against the chasing pack. A point here will do with Bayern coming up on the final day.

What's at stake? Just a reminder of what's at stake here- Heidenheim have to get the win or at least secure a point to stay alive until final day. For the Billygoats, a point will suffice to secure safety.

Heidenheim subs Ramaj, Siersleben, Stergiou, Niehues, Honsak, Kerber, Beck, Schimmer, Conteh

Cologne subs Zieler, Heintz, van den Berg, Huseinbašić, Kainz, Castro-Montes, Thielmann, Waldschmidt, Niang

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