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Mainz 05 hosts Paderborn in Bundesliga season opener

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Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Mainz 05 hosts Paderborn in Bundesliga season opener
Summary

1. FSV Mainz 05 will face SC Paderborn 07 in the opening match of the Bundesliga season. Mainz, unbeaten in their last six encounters with Paderborn, is looking to build on a solid performance from last season, which included a strong run in the Europa Conference League. Coach Urs Fischer hopes to maintain momentum without major changes to the squad, having secured key players early in the transfer window. Paderborn, newly promoted, aims to defy past relegation trends under coach Ralf Kettemann. The match is set for Saturday.

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  • •Match scheduled for Saturday between Mainz 05 and Paderborn.
  • •Mainz remains unbeaten against Paderborn in six matches.
  • •Paderborn was promoted via playoffs after a strong 2. Bundesliga season.
  • •Mainz looks to build on last year's Europa Conference League run.
  • •Paderborn hopes to reverse past relegation trends.
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Mainz 05 will host newly-promoted Paderborn in the opening matchday of the Bundesliga season. The 05ers are unbeaten in six head-to-head meetings with Paderborn before Saturday’s clash.Mainz 05Urs F...

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