### VfL Wolfsburg Triumphs Over Mainz 05 in Key Goals from Enner Valencia

In a thrilling match that could determine the fate of VfL Wolfsburg's season, they secured a 2-1 victory against Mainz 05 on Saturday evening. The decisive moment came in the final minutes when Enner Valencia scored twice, securing the three points for Wolfsburg and preventing them from being relegated to the lower divisions.

#### Match Overview

The match was played at the Allianz Arena in Dortmund, Germany. Both teams had been battling relegation threats throughout the season but were still hopeful of avoiding it. Wolfsburg, led by manager Joachim Löw, was aiming to maintain their position in the Bundesliga while Mainz 05, under coach Michael Zorc, was looking to avoid joining the DFB-Pokal competition.

#### Key Goals

Enner Valencia, who has been one of the standout players for Wolfsburg this season, scored both goals in the final period. His first goal came after a clever combination with fellow forward Marco Reus, creating space for him to score into the far corner of the net. The second goal was even more impressive as Valencia broke down the defense before finding space and firing home another powerful strike.

#### Post-Match Analysis

Wolfsburg's victory is a testament to the resilience and teamwork of their squad. Manager Löw praised his players' performance, particularly Valencia, who has been instrumental in the team's recent form. "We showed great spirit and determination today," said Löw. "Our players worked hard and executed our strategy perfectly."

Mainz 05, on the other hand, faced significant pressure from Wolfsburg. Despite playing well, the team struggled to find the back of the net and ultimately fell short of securing a draw. Coach Zorc acknowledged the effort made by his players but expressed disappointment with the result.

#### Impact on Relegation Threat

With the win, Wolfsburg moved up to 16th place in the Bundesliga, which is crucial for maintaining their status in the top flight. This victory also lifts the pressure off Mainz 05, who now have a better chance of avoiding relegation if they can secure a point in their next game against RB Leipzig.

#### Next Steps

Wolfsburg will look to continue their strong run in the league and prepare for upcoming matches. They will face Schalke 04 in the next round of the Bundesliga on September 9. Meanwhile, Mainz 05 will focus on regrouping and preparing for their next opponent, Eintracht Frankfurt, on September 16.

Overall, this match not only secured VfL Wolfsburg's place in the Bundesliga but also provided fans with an exciting finale to what has been a challenging season. With these results, both clubs will be eager to build momentum going into the remaining matches of the campaign.