- This December 1, 2024, Mainz 05 is set to lock horns with Hoffenheim in a Bundesliga encounter at MEWA Arena. Historically, Mainz have boasted a solid home record against Hoffenheim, having gone five matches unbeaten at home. In the last five encounters, Mainz have won two, lost two, and drawn the other, thus suggesting a competitive rivalry.


Injury Troubles
  Mainz 05
1. Jonathan Burkardt (forward) - injury
2.  Nelson Weiper (forward) - injury
3.Karim Onisiwo (forward) - injured but expected to make a return soon
4. Gabriel Vidovic (winger) - injury

• Hoffenheim
  Grischa Promel (midfielder) - injury
  Finn Becker (midfielder) - injury
Ozan Kabak (defender) - injury
Christopher Lenz (defender) - injury
Florian Grillitsch (defender) - injury
Ihlas Bebou (forward) - injury
Marius Bulter (forward) - injury

Probable Starting Lineups
• Mainz 05:
Goalkeeper: Zentner
Defenders: Da Costa, Bell, Kohr
Midfielders: Caci, Sano, Amiri, Mfene
Forwards: Nebel, Lee, Sieb

• Hoffenheim:
Goalkeeper: Baumann
Defenders: Kaderabek, Chaves, Nsoki, Prass
Midfielders: Stach, Bischof
Forwards: Hlozek, Kramaric, Larsen, Tabakovic

Match Preview
• Mainz could take their time to get into the game as they adapt to Hoffenheim's style under coach Ilzer.
• Hoffenheim has struggled on the road, a situation that could play a significant role in the outcome of the match.
• With both teams lacking key players, the performance level and strategies could very well be affected.

- This match promises to be an intriguing contest, with both teams aiming for valuable points in the Bundesliga standings. The home advantage for Mainz and Hoffenheim's away struggles could be pivotal in determining the result.