Doan scores Frankfurt's victory over Mainz - Doan’s late brilliance lifts Eintracht Frankfurt past Mainz in tight Bundesliga clash
Eintracht Frankfurt secured a vital 1-0 victory over Mainz in the Bundesliga, thanks to a stunning solo goal from Ritsu Doan. The win keeps Frankfurt in seventh place, while Mainz remains in the relegation zone.
The first watch of the match lacked creativity, with only one shot on target in the 6,516th Bundesliga match. Frankfurt held on to win the match, sending the home crowd of 59,000 into raptures. In the 81st minute, Ritsu Doan scored the winning goal, leaving two defenders trailing at the edge of the box. Elye Wahi missed a golden opportunity to seal the victory late in the match. Frankfurt upped their tempo in the second watch, creating early chances but failing to convert. Mahmoud Dahoud made his first Eintracht start since December 2024, while Jonathan Burkardt, a summer signing from Mainz, struggled to make an impact against his old club.
Eintracht Frankfurt's 1-0 victory over Mainz keeps them in seventh place, a crucial position for European qualification. Mainz, however, remains second-from-bottom with just five points, firmly in the relegation zone.
