Overview

• Mainz secured a 2-0 win against Heidenheim, with Jonathan Burkardt scoring his 13th Bundesliga goal and assisting another in his return to the starting lineup after injury.
• The victory moves Mainz to sixth place, solidifying their push for a European competition spot, while ending their three-match away losing streak.
• Heidenheim remains in the relegation zone, tied on points with Bochum but only ahead due to a superior goal difference of five.
• This marks Heidenheim's fifth consecutive Bundesliga loss, with players and coach Frank Schmidt citing a lack of offensive quality and defensive stability as key issues.
• Despite recent success in the Conference League, Heidenheim faces mounting pressure with 12 league matches left to avoid relegation.