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On Saturday evening, Wolfsburg overcame their relegation struggles by defeating Mainz 2-1 at home. The match was a closely contested affair that saw both teams put in a spirited display. However, it was Wolfsburg who emerged victorious thanks to a late goal from Enner Valencia. The match got off to a lively start with both teams creating chances and testing each other's defenses. However, it was Wolfsburg who took the lead in the 64th minute through a well-taken header from Marco Reus. The German forward showed great composure to convert a cross from Timo Werner, who had earlier set up Reus for a goal. Despite falling behind, Mainz fought back bravely and created several chances to equalize. However, it was Wolfsburg who came out on top in the end as they held onto their lead until the final whistle. Enner Valencia played a key role in helping Wolfsburg overcome their relegation struggles. The Ghanaian international scored the winning goal in the 88th minute, after receiving a pass from Marco Reus. Valencia's strike gave Wolfsburg all three points and helped them move away from danger in the relegation zone. The win was a much-needed boost for Wolfsburg, who have struggled this season. They now sit just one point above the relegation zone and will be hoping to continue their good form in the coming matches. Meanwhile, Mainz remain rooted to the bottom of the table and will need to turn their fortunes around soon if they want to avoid the drop. Overall, it was a hard-fought victory for Wolfsburg, who showed their resilience and determination to stay in the Bundesliga. With a win against a struggling Mainz side, they have taken a significant step towards ensuring their survival in the league. |
