"We're going to prepare for that": Mainz demonstrates what Borussia relies on too often

Mainz 05 continues to impress

With a 3-1 home win against VfL Wolfsburg, Mainz 05 consolidated their impressive start to the season. The team from Rhineland-Palatinate is now in a very good seventh place in the table. Good defending and effective counterattacks were the key to success.

Borussia Mönchengladbach disappoints

Borussia Mönchengladbach, on the other hand, is still waiting for their first win of the season. After four matchdays, the Foals are still at the bottom of the table with zero points. Against Mainz, the team of coach Daniel Farke showed a weak performance and was deservedly defeated.

Mainz's strengths and weaknesses

Mainz 05's strengths this season lie in their compact defending and their fast counterattacks. The team is well-organized and difficult to play against. In addition, the Mainz team has a number of dangerous attackers who can always score a goal.

However, Mainz also have some weaknesses. The team is often too cautious in the construction of the game and they lack creativity in the offensive game. In addition, Mainz are vulnerable to set pieces.

Borussia's strengths and weaknesses

Borussia Mönchengladbach's strengths this season lie in their individual quality. The team has a number of talented players who can make a difference. In addition, the Foals are very dangerous on the counterattack.

However, Borussia also have some weaknesses. The team is often too unbalanced and they lack consistency in their performance. In addition, the Foals are vulnerable to counterattacks.

Outlook

Mainz 05 can be very satisfied with their start to the season. The team is well on track and can continue to play for the European places.

Borussia Mönchengladbach, on the other hand, is under pressure. The team needs to improve quickly in order to avoid relegation.