Fans can expect a top-class cup clash at the historic Rudolf Harbig Stadium: The combative Saxons will be looking to put pressure on the Bundesliga side from Mainz with passion and home advantage – but the Rhinelanders are the clear favorites. Who will advance to the next round? Emotions, floodlights, and cup magic – this is a match you won't want to miss!
The last encounter
The last competitive meeting between the two clubs dates back to the 2012/13 DFB-Pokal season – and ended in a clear victory for Mainz:
In a thrilling cup match, FSV Mainz 05 defeated Dynamo Dresden 2-0. The Rhinelanders were effective in front of goal: Andreas Ivanschitz gave Mainz an early lead before Yunus Malli sealed the deal with a second goal.