**Mainz 05 Edge Borussia Mönchengladbach 2-1: Relegation Battle**
In a thrilling encounter that saw both teams battling for their survival in the Bundesliga, Mainz 05 edged out Borussia Mönchengladbach 2-1 on Sunday night. The match was closely contested throughout, but it was Mainz's late goals that secured their victory and kept them in contention for a top-four spot.
The opening goal came from Lee Jae-sung, who scored his first league goal for Mainz in just his second appearance since joining from Schalke. The striker capitalized on a loose ball in the box to send the visitors ahead after half an hour.
Mönchengladbach fought back in the second half, with Barreiro scoring a well-taken equalizer. The Portuguese forward took advantage of a poor clearance by Mainz goalkeeper Janos Nemesi and calmly finished into the net from close range.
The game remained tight until the final whistle, with both sides having chances to score additional goals. However, Mainz managed to hold onto their lead and secure a valuable point in what could be crucial moments for their relegation battle.
The result leaves Mainz in seventh place, two points behind fourth-placed Wolfsburg. With only one more round of matches left, they have a chance to secure a play-off spot if they can avoid further relegation threats. Borussia Mönchengladbach remains in ninth position, still hoping to stay above the relegation zone.
The match showcased the resilience of both teams, as they battled through intense competition and pressure to earn a point that could potentially turn their fortunes in favor. It will be interesting to see how these results impact the rest of the season and whether either team can secure a safe place in the remaining fixtures.