FSV Mainz 05 Vs Augsburg

Despite being six places above Augsburg in the Bundesliga standings ahead of Saturday’s Gameweek 21 fixtures at Mewa Arena, Mainz 05 enter the contest in inferior form compared to their opponents.

Augsburg currently rank fourth in the league’s form table, having accumulated 10 points in their last five matches—four more than their upcoming hosts. Mainz, on the other hand, have suffered three defeats during this period, which has hampered their momentum heading into the crucial encounter.

Bo Henriksen’s men had ended 2024 on a high note with five wins in six games, but their form has dipped in the new year. Their struggles on the road have been evident, with losses against Bayer Leverkusen (1-0), Union Berlin (2-1), and Werder Bremen (1-0) dampening their progress. While their away record in 2025 leaves much to be desired, Mainz have managed to maintain a solid record on home turf, securing consecutive 2-0 victories against relegation-battling VfL Bochum and fellow European hopefuls Stuttgart. These results have continued a formidable run at Mewa Arena.

Mainz’s recent home successes extend their winning streak at the venue to five, a feat matched only by German powerhouses Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen. A sixth consecutive home triumph would establish a new club record, a milestone that Henriksen’s side will be eager to achieve this weekend.

Despite Augsburg’s impressive recent performances, Mainz fans will feel confident about their team’s chances. Historically, Mainz have dominated this fixture, winning four of the last five Bundesliga meetings between the two sides. Additionally, the 05ers have triumphed in each of their last three encounters with Augsburg at Mewa Arena, a trend they hope to continue in this crucial fixture.

A victory for Mainz, who currently have 31 points, could propel them above fourth-placed RB Leipzig (33) or Stuttgart (32), should results elsewhere go in their favor. However, failure to secure maximum points could prove costly, as the tightly packed Bundesliga standings mean they risk slipping down the table. Borussia Monchengladbach, Werder Bremen, and Freiburg are all just one point behind Mainz on 30, while Wolfsburg and Borussia Dortmund lurk closely behind with 29.

Meanwhile, Augsburg, who are five points adrift of their upcoming opponents, have gained significant traction since the start of 2025. Their improved performances have brought them into contention for a European spot next season, a stark contrast to their 11th-place finish in the previous campaign. Currently occupying 12th position, Augsburg remain in the mix for a top-six berth, and another strong result this weekend would further fuel their aspirations.

Jess Thorup’s team has been one of the Bundesliga’s most in-form sides this year, ranking fourth in the form table behind Bayern Munich (15 points), Bayer Leverkusen (13), and Eintracht Frankfurt (11). Augsburg’s four-match unbeaten run in the league has seen them steadily climb the standings, and they now aim to extend this impressive streak.

Although their recent run of form took a slight hit with a 1-0 defeat to Stuttgart in the DFB-Pokal quarter-finals on Tuesday, Augsburg remain unbeaten in their last three Bundesliga away matches in 2025. Their defensive solidity has been key, as they kept clean sheets in 2-0 victories over Union Berlin and Werder Bremen before securing a 1-1 draw with St. Pauli in early February.

Avoiding defeat against Mainz would see Augsburg equal their 2020 run of four consecutive unbeaten away matches, a stretch that included a memorable 1-0 victory over Mainz. Replicating that success would provide a significant boost to their European ambitions, making this weekend’s encounter a pivotal moment in their season.