FSV Mainz 05 secured a crucial 2-0 victory against FC Augsburg, with Nadiem Amiri’s clinical double from the penalty spot proving decisive.
The Mewa Arena witnessed a tense Bundesliga encounter on February 7, 2026, where FSV Mainz 05 overcame FC Augsburg. Nadiem Amiri was the hero for the home side, calmly converting two penalties to seal a vital three points.
Both teams entered this match with clear objectives in the Bundesliga table. Mainz, 14th before kickoff, sought to distance themselves from relegation. Twelfth-placed Augsburg aimed to solidify their mid-table standing.
The game burst into life in the eighth minute. Mainz earned an early penalty after a foul in the Augsburg box. Midfielder Nadiem Amiri stepped up.
Amiri showed great composure, drilling the ball past goalkeeper Finn Dahmen. The early goal immediately lifted the atmosphere inside the Mewa Arena.
Augsburg responded by taking control of possession, holding 62% by the break. However, their attacks often lacked sharpness. Mainz goalkeeper Daniel Batz made several key saves.
At the break, Mainz held a slender lead, focused on defensive resilience. Augsburg, despite ball control, needed a more dangerous approach to break down the disciplined Mainz defence.
The restart brought immediate changes for Augsburg. Noahkai Banks was introduced at 46 minutes. Later, in the 57th minute, a triple substitution followed with Marvin Wolf, Elvis Rexhbecaj, and Michael Gregoritsch.
Mainz continued to defend effectively, frustrating the visitors. Augsburg's growing impatience led to cautions for Angelo Claude-Maurice (60th) and Anton Kade (79th). These moments of indiscipline proved costly.
Just a minute after Kade's card, in the 80th minute, Mainz won a second penalty. Amiri once again took responsibility. He coolly slotted home his second, sealing the victory.
Amiri received a yellow card for his celebration after scoring. Mainz then made several defensive substitutions to manage the game. Stefan Becker also picked up a booking in injury time for delaying play.
Mainz's win highlighted efficiency, scoring two goals from just five shots on target. Augsburg recorded 14 total shots but generated only 0.7 expected goals (xG). Mainz’s xG stood at 1.98. Goalkeeper Batz's six saves were crucial.
This critical 2-0 triumph allows FSV Mainz 05 to move up the Bundesliga table. The victory provides a significant boost for their season. FC Augsburg must regroup after failing to convert possession into chances.
