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Bayer Leverkusen beats Mainz 05 2-0; Schick and Diaby score to remain unbeaten this season.

Updated:2025-10-18 08:00    Views:63

# Bayer Leverkusen Dominates Mainz 05 in 2-0 Victory

Bayer Leverkusen continued their impressive form with a 2-0 win over Mainz 05 on Saturday, extending their unbeaten streak in the Bundesliga this season. The match, played at BayArena, saw Leverkusen dictate the pace from the start and capitalize on their chances to secure a comfortable victory.

## Key Goals from Schick and Diaby Secure Win

The first goal came in the 15th minute when Leverkusen’s striker Kevin Schick finished a well-crafted move, slotting the ball into the bottom-left corner. Schick, who has been in excellent form this season, once again proved his worth with a clinical finish. The second goal arrived just five minutes later when Leverkusen’s central midfielder Jonas Hector, a former Mainz player, delivered a perfectly weighted cross into the box. Forward Moussa Diaby, making his debut after recovering from an injury, capitalized on the opportunity with a powerful header, making it 2-0 for Leverkusen.

## Leverkusen's Strong Start Continues Unbeaten

Leverkusen’s victory was their fourth win in five games this season, with only a 1-1 draw against RB Leipzig preventing them from an even better start. The team’s attacking prowess and solid defense have been key factors in their success so far. Schick and Diaby’s goals highlighted Leverkusen’s ability to break down a resilient Mainz defense, which had previously kept Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund at bay.

## Mainz 05 Look to Improve as Unbeaten Run Ends

Mainz 05, who had recently picked up three consecutive wins, fell short of their target on Saturday. The visitors struggled to create clear chances against a well-organized Leverkusen defense. Mainz’s coach, Bojan Djukic, acknowledged the quality of Leverkusen’s performance but emphasized the need for his side to learn from the defeat. “We need to work on our attacking efficiency and defensive stability,” Djukic said after the match.

## Looking Ahead: Leverkusen Targets League Title, Mainz Faces Bundesliga Battle

With the season still in its early stages, Bayer Leverkusen remains a strong contender for the Bundesliga title, while Mainz 05 will need to regroup as they face a tough schedule of matches against high-powered opponents. Leverkusen’s next game is against RB Leipzig, while Mainz will take on Stuttgart in their next Bundesliga clash. Both teams have ambitious goals this season, but Saturday’s result shows that Leverkusen is currently a step above Mainz in the race for supremacy.



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