1. FSV Mainz 05 pulled off a stunning 2-1 away victory against RB Leipzig at the Red Bull Arena, a seismic Bundesliga match result in the relegation battle. Mainz defended heroically and took their chances with ruthless efficiency, scoring twice in the first half against the run of play. Leipzig dominated possession and pulled a goal back early in the second half, laying siege to the Mainz goal for the remainder of the match. The focus point was an incredible performance by the Mainz goalkeeper, who made a string of world-class saves to preserve the lead, including a stoppage-time penalty save. This monumental win provided Mainz with a huge boost in their fight for survival, moving them out of the bottom three, while Leipzig's top-four hopes took a major hit. The Mainz manager called it a "historic win for the club," and the Leipzig coach lamented his team's wastefulness in front of goal. The starting XIs saw Leipzig's stars frustrated by Mainz's determined and organized rearguard.