Match report
SpVgg Greuther Fürth Stuns FSV Mainz 05 2-1 in DFB Pokal
SpVgg Greuther Fürth
2–1
FT
FSV Mainz 05
Oct 26, 2016
In a thrilling DFB Pokal encounter, SpVgg Greuther Fürth stunned the visiting FSV Mainz 05 with a 2-1 victory, securing their place in the competition. Despite falling behind early in the second half, Fürth fought back with a brace from V. Berisha and a goal from S. Sararer to clinch the win. The victory was a testament to Fürth's resilience and determination, as they held off Mainz's late pressure.
Key Facts
- • SpVgg Greuther Fürth defeated FSV Mainz 05 2-1 in the DFB Pokal
- • Goals scored by SpVgg Greuther Fürth: S. Sararer (79'), V. Berisha (90')
- • FSV Mainz 05's goal scored by J. Córdoba (68')
- • R. Žulj (SpVgg Greuther Fürth) and Alexander Hack (FSV Mainz 05) both received yellow cards
- • Key substitutions included L. Öztunali for J. Córdoba (FSV Mainz 05)
Lineups
SpVgg Greuther Fürth
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 30 S. Burchert (G)
- 13 M. Caligiuri (D)
- 29 S. Heidinger (D)
- 28 M. Franke (D)
- 21 K. Narey (M)
- 6 A. Hofmann (M)
- 23 S. Sararer (M)
- 20 R. Zulj (M)
- 18 B. Kirsch (M)
- 9 S. Freis (F)
- 19 Veton Berisha (M)
Substitutes
- 15 S. Dursun
- 5 N. Rapp
- 17 Z. Tripić
- 7 N. Gießelmann
- 16 D. Đoković
- 25 G. Davies
- 34 M. Funk
FSV Mainz 05
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 J. Lössl (G)
- 26 N. Bungert (D)
- 18 D. Brosinski (D)
- 24 G. Bussmann (D)
- 42 A. Hack (D)
- 10 Y. Mallı (M)
- 5 José Rodríguez (M)
- 25 J. Gbamin (M)
- 8 L. Öztunali (F)
- 32 P. De Blasis (M)
- 21 K. Onisiwo (F)
Substitutes
- 15 J. Córdoba
- 45 S. Serdar
- 3 L. Balogun
- 16 S. Bell
- 17 Jairo Samperio
- 30 B. Halimi
- 33 J. Huth
Timeline
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43' SpVgg Greuther Fürth Card · Yellow CardR. Žulj
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56' FSV Mainz 05 Card · Yellow CardAlexander Hack
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64' FSV Mainz 05 subst · Substitution 1Off: L. Öztunali · On: J. Córdoba
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68' FSV Mainz 05 Goal · Normal GoalJ. Córdoba · Assist: Y. Mallı
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75' SpVgg Greuther Fürth subst · Substitution 1Off: B. Kirsch · On: S. Dursun
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79' SpVgg Greuther Fürth Goal · Normal GoalS. Sararer · Assist: V. Berisha
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86' FSV Mainz 05 subst · Substitution 2Off: José Rodríguez · On: S. Serdar
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90'+2 SpVgg Greuther Fürth subst · Substitution 2Off: R. Žulj · On: N. Rapp
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90'+2 FSV Mainz 05 subst · Substitution 3Off: G. Bussmann · On: Leon Balogun
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90' SpVgg Greuther Fürth Goal · Normal GoalV. Berisha
Match Stats
| Stat | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | FSV Mainz 05 |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 14 | 11 |
| Pass Accuracy | — | — |
| Offsides | 0 | 3 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Total Shots | 7 | 9 |
| Corners | 2 | 5 |
| Total Passes | — | — |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | — | — |
| Shots on Target | 2 | 3 |
| Shots off Target | 5 | 6 |
| Possession | 45% | 55% |
| Accurate Passes | — | — |
| Shots Inside Box | — | — |
| Saves | 2 | 0 |
| Shots Outside Box | — | — |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Fürth's goal by S. Sararer in the 79th minute, which leveled the score and shifted momentum in their favor
- ▸ V. Berisha's decisive goal in the 90th minute sealed the victory for SpVgg Greuther Fürth, providing a dramatic end to the match