1. FSV Mainz 05 and VfB Stuttgart shared the points in a 2-2 draw at the MEWA ARENA in a Bundesliga fixture on March 7, 2026. This entertaining draw was a fair result in an end-to-end contest that saw both teams fight back from deficits. Stuttgart took the lead with a well-taken goal in the first half, but Mainz equalized just before the break from the penalty spot. The second half saw Mainz take the lead for the first time, only for Stuttgart to find a late equalizer in the 85th minute to earn a point. The match was played at a high tempo, with both teams committing numbers forward, leading to an open and exciting game. The point was more valuable for Mainz in their relegation fight, while it represented two points dropped for Stuttgart in their pursuit of European football. The Mainz manager was pleased with his team's effort against a strong opponent, and the Stuttgart coach expressed frustration at his team's inability to hold onto a lead. The starting lineups featured attacking talent on both sides, which was evident in the final scoreline.