Mainz 05 news

Galatasaray v Bodrum - Turkish Super League

Despite the manager's reservations, Gala remains keen on signing DFB players

Galatasaray Istanbul are reportedly keen on 1. FSV Mainz 05 midfielder Nadiem Amiri. Yet coach Okan Buruk is not yet sold on the move and remains to be convinced.

Your go-to guide for watching Bundesliga matches on TV and live streams

Here you'll find all the information you need to watch Bundesliga matches on TV or via live stream.

St. Pauli vs Mainz 05: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Bundesliga clash between St. Pauli and Mainz 05, plus kick-off time and team news

Borussia Dortmund v Bayer 04 Leverkusen - Bundesliga

For 30 million? BVB is eyeing a surprise transfer, with the player already "on their radar"

BVB have secured their minimum target of Champions League qualification. Work on the squad for the new season is now underway. An 18-year-old is reportedly set to play a role in the long-term plans as well.

1. FSV Mainz 05 v FC Bayern München - Bundesliga

Kane hits 53rd goal as Bayern complete Mainz 'miracle'

Bayern Munich arrived at Mainz in a celebratory mood, having already secured the Bundesliga title and booked their place in the DFB-Pokal final earlier in the week. However, that high spirits quickly evaporated during a disastrous first half where a heavily rotated side fell three goals behind following strikes from Dominik Kohr, Paul Nebel, and Sheraldo Becker. Harry Kane has hailed Bayern Munich’s incredible powers of recovery after they clawed back to beat Mainz 4-3.

"Gave them a proper telling-off": Kompany tore into the Bayern stars

Leon Goretzka has revealed that a rousing half-time team talk from manager Vincent Kompany laid the foundations for Bayern Munich’s spectacular comeback in Mainz.

1. FSV Mainz 05 v Sport-Club Freiburg - Bundesliga

"The best player in the world": Amiri gushes about the Bayern star

Bayern Munich staged a thrilling comeback in Mainz, and team-mate Amiri was quick to hail one FCB star as “the best player in the world”.

Mainz vs Bayern Munich predictions: Back goals as Die Roten dominate

The Bundesliga champions have been crowned, and we’ve got three Mainz vs Bayern Munich predictions for their clash on Saturday, 25 April.

Mainz 05 vs Bayern Munich: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Bundesliga match between Mainz 05 and Bayern Munich, as well as kick-off time and team news

“We’ve got our own back!” Uproar in Mainz after the collapse

Following 1. FSV Mainz 05’s bitter exit from the UEFA Conference League against Racing Strasbourg, some extremely unsavoury scenes unfolded.

Crystal Palace FC v ACF Fiorentina - UEFA Conference League 2025/26 Quarter-Final Leg One

Crystal Palace proved overwhelming for Fiorentina, while Emegha had a difficult outing against Strasbourg

Mainz vs Strasbourg predictions: Unbeaten streaks on the line

Three Mainz vs Strasbourg predictions for their Conference League quarter-final on Thursday night, including value on the half-time/full-time bet.

1. FSV Mainz 05 v Bayer 04 Leverkusen - Bundesliga

Final ruling… German court settles case over Al-Ghazi’s posts on Gaza

The Ghazi case has sparked controversy in Germany and the Arab world

El Ghazi receives a multi-million-pound sum and lashes out

Mainz vs Eintracht Frankfurt predictions: Stalemate at the Mewa

Our expert offers his best Mainz vs Eintracht Frankfurt predictions & betting tips as Frankfurt aim to keep their slim UECL qualification hopes alive.

Krösche hits back at Hoeneß: "Bayern will lose players too"

Eintracht Frankfurt’s sporting director, Markus Krösche, has responded to the criticism from FC Bayern Munich’s honorary president, Uli Hoeneß.

Betting spotlight

Why there’s still value in backing Harry Kane for the UCL Golden Boot

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Shocking news in Frankfurt! Götze appears to have been dropped from the SGE squad

It appears that Mario Götze has not been selected by Eintracht Frankfurt manager Albert Riera for the upcoming match against FSV Mainz 05.

"Unprecedented": Professional player runs off to the loo during the match

During Mainz’s 2-0 victory over Sigma Olomouc in the Conference League, Mainz player Danny da Costa found himself in a most bizarre situation.

1. FSV Mainz 05 v SK Sigma Olomouc - UEFA Conference League 2025/26 Round of 16 Second Leg

"It feels great": Mainz make it through to the quarter-finals

Following the goalless draw in the first leg, a goal scored shortly after the restart in the home leg laid the foundation for Mainz’s progression to the next round.

"It doesn't look good!" Horrific injury shocks Mainz 05

The meagre 0-0 draw against Sigma Olomouc took a back seat at Mainz 05. The club will probably have to do without Silas for a long time.

Bundesliga relegation odds: Who to back as the race heats up in Germany

As things stand, five points separate 12th from 17th in the German Bundesliga. Several teams could slip into the relegation play-off place.

Bayer Leverkusen vs Mainz predictions: 05ers drop points

We’ve got three key predictions for the Bundesliga clash between Bayer Leverkusen and Mainz this Saturday, including great returns on a player bet.

Borussia Dortmund vs Mainz 05: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Bundesliga match between Borussia Dortmund and Mainz 05, as well as kick-off time and team news.

FC Bayern München v 1. FSV Mainz 05 - Bundesliga

A bitter end for Neuer as Bayern confirm muscle injury

Bayern Munich’s frustration following their stalemate with Mainz has been compounded by the confirmation that Manuel Neuer will miss the final fixture of 2025 through injury, handing another crucial opportunity to backup option Jonas Urbig.

Late Kane penalty bails out Bayern vs rock-bottom Mainz

Rock bottom Mainz were mightily close to shocking Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena before a late Harry Kane penalty rescued a fortunate point for the Bavarian giants. Vincent Kompany’s side were unimpressive at home and struggled to break down a stubborn Mainz defence, but battled back to draw 2-2 and maintain their unbeaten record in the Bundesliga this season.

1. FSV Mainz 05 v FC Bayern München - DFB Cup: Round Two

Musiala runs riot in Bayern's DFB Pokal obliteration of Mainz

Jamal Musiala ran the show in Bayern Munich's 4-0 obliteration of Mainz as Harry Kane turned provider in the DFB Pokal clash.

Frequently asked questions

Andries 'Pele Pele' Mkhwanazi and Bethuel Mokgosinyana are considered the founding fathers of the club which was formed in 1937.

Dr Irvin Khoza took over as club secretary and owner in 1991.

The club plays home fixtures at Orlando Stadium in Soweto with the ground being owned by the City of Johannesburg.

They are known by several nicknames, including: The Sea Robbers, The Bucs, Happy People and Buccaneers.

33 official domestic trophies plus one Caf Champions League (1995) and one Caf Super Cup (1996).

Nine times under different auspices. PSL (4), NSL (1), NPSL (4).

Happy Jele made 401 appearances for the club

Bendict Vilakazi scored 52 goals for the club.

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