Goals and Highlights: Mainz 05 vs Bayern Munich in DFB Pokal (0-4)
Mainz 05 were unable to cause an upset as they were comprehensively beaten at home by Bayern Munich in the DFB Pokal on Wednesday night.
Bayern Munich showcased their dominance in the DFB Pokal as they cruised to a 4-0 victory over Mainz 05 at the MEWA Arena on Wednesday. The Bavarians were in control from the outset, and they took the lead through Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting in the 17th minute.
After the break, Bayern continued to press and were rewarded with three more goals. Jamal Musiala doubled their lead in the 30th minute, before Sadio Mane made it 3-0 in the 43rd minute. Alphonso Davies then added the fourth in the 83rd minute to complete the rout.
The victory sees Bayern Munich progress to the quarter-finals of the DFB Pokal, while Mainz 05's hopes of silverware this season are over.
Goals
- Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting (Bayern Munich) - 17th minute
- Jamal Musiala (Bayern Munich) - 30th minute
- Sadio Mane (Bayern Munich) - 43rd minute
- Alphonso Davies (Bayern Munich) - 83rd minute
Highlights
- Bayern Munich were in control from the outset and created a number of chances in the first half.
- Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting opened the scoring for Bayern Munich in the 17th minute with a close-range finish.
- Jamal Musiala doubled Bayern Munich's lead in the 30th minute with a well-taken goal from outside the area.
- Sadio Mane made it 3-0 to Bayern Munich in the 43rd minute with a close-range finish after a good run down the left flank.
- Alphonso Davies added the fourth for Bayern Munich in the 83rd minute with a powerful finish from inside the area.
- Mainz 05 failed to create any clear-cut chances throughout the match and were well beaten by Bayern Munich.
Conclusion
Bayern Munich were much too strong for Mainz 05 on Wednesday night and deservedly progressed to the quarter-finals of the DFB Pokal. The Bavarians were in control from the outset and created a number of chances, while Mainz 05 were unable to create any clear-cut opportunities.
