The key matchup to watch will be Mainz's defensive midfielder Dominik Kohr against Gladbach's creative engine Manu Koné. Mainz has been on a tear at home lately, winning their last three matches at MEWA Arena, including a crucial 4-1 victory over Hoffenheim. Gladbach, on the other hand, hasn't won an away game in the Bundesliga since September 2023, a dismal run that’s seen them drop points consistently on the road.
Mainz is fighting for survival, and their home form shows they're up for the scrap. Gladbach has little to play for but pride, and that rarely translates to road wins. Mainz takes this one convincingly. Mainz 2, Gladbach 0.
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