Mainz Defeats Gladbach to Climb to Third in Bundesliga Table

A 3-1 victory marks Mainz's fourth consecutive win, strengthening their push for Champions League qualification.

Mainz 05 secured a decisive 3-1 win against Borussia Mönchengladbach, moving to third place in the Bundesliga standings, at least temporarily until Sunday.
Goals from Paul Nebel, Dominik Kohr, and Nadiem Amiri powered Mainz to their fourth straight victory, showcasing their strong form under coach Bo Henriksen.
Gladbach's Stefan Lainer scored a consolation goal, but his team now faces a tougher battle to secure a European competition spot, with potential further drops in the table over the weekend.
Key lineup changes included the return of Mainz's Dominik Kohr from suspension, who contributed both defensively and with a goal, while Gladbach reinstated Jonas Omlin in goal following his red-card suspension.
The match saw a slow start, but Mainz capitalized on key moments with effective counterattacks, solidifying their status as the Bundesliga's surprise team this season.