Hamburger SV – FSV Mainz 05

Hamburger SV’s home ground turned into a showcase for Mainz’s firepower as the visitors ran out 5‑0 winners, leaving the Hamburg side still winless after three games. The defeat keeps the Hamburgers stuck at the bottom of the table in 18th place with zero points and a dismal –12 goal difference, while Mainz leap to eighth with four points, having scored six and conceded three. The result also settles the head‑to‑head for the season, giving Mainz the sole victory in their two‑match series. With the gap widening, Hamburg must regroup quickly if they hope to escape the relegation mire, whereas Mainz can build on the momentum toward a possible top‑half finish.