Fans of Mainz 05 are cautioned regarding their upcoming encounter against Dynamo Dresden
Mainz 05 Braces for Tough Week Ahead as They Face Dynamo Dresden and Europa League Challenge
Mainz 05, the German football club, is gearing up for a challenging week as they prepare for a 2. Bundesliga game against Dynamo Dresden and a Europa League game within a short timeframe. The first competitive match of the 2025/2026 season for the 1. FSV Mainz 05 is set for Monday evening.
The club has taken the matter of the Monday evening kick-off time in Dresden to the DFB Federal Court, but the decision did not favour Mainz 05. The game against Dynamo Dresden, a newly promoted 2. Bundesliga side, will start at 6 PM.
Mainz 05 has issued a warning to its own fans ahead of the away game, advising against displaying any FSV merchandise within the city or at the main station. Approximately 1,600 fans are expected to accompany Mainz 05 to the away game.
The history of Dynamo Dresden fans is marked by violent and aggressive behavior. This behavior can be traced back to the club's success in the early 1960s, which saw a rise in extreme fan behavior, including violent actions and politically charged chants. During the East German era, Dynamo Dresden was closely connected with political and state security institutions, which intensified rivalries and fan confrontations.
Post-reunification, the aggressive fan culture has persisted, with Dynamo Dresden fans having a reputation for disruptive behavior. This includes fireworks abuse, hooliganism, and sanctions like exclusion from the DFB-Pokal in the 2012/2013 season. Additionally, German football has faced issues with racist and xenophobic incidents, some of which have been associated with Dynamo Dresden matches.
In the modern era, Mainz 05 feels unfairly treated due to having to play in the Europa League in Trondheim, Norway, just two days after the Dresden game. The location of the Europa League game is confirmed to be Trondheim, Norway, and the date for the game is set for Thursday evening.
Some supporters will travel by a special train from Mainz. Those moving around the city are asked to dress neutrally to avoid any potential conflicts.
As Mainz 05 prepares for this challenging week, they aim to maintain a high level of sportsmanship and safety for their fans.
Despite the tough schedule, Mainz 05 will face both Dynamo Dresden in the 2. Bundesliga and a Europa League game within a short timeframe, with the former being a newly promoted team known for their volatile fan culture. European leagues often present unexpected challenges, and the club's upcoming opponents in the Europa League, located in Trondheim, Norway, pose another significant test immediately following the Dresden game.
