FSV Mainz 05 holds FC Union Berlin to a Stalemate

FSV Mainz 05 and FC Union Berlin collided in a Bundesliga fixture that lived up to the hype, producing a 1-1 draw. The first half was goalless, but straight after half-time, Nadiem Amiri made his mark as he netted to give FSV Mainz 05 the lead. László Bénes equalised for FC Union Berlin in the 74th minute with an assist by Tim Skarke. FSV Mainz 05 play VfB Stuttgart on 31 August, Werder Bremen on 15 September and FC Augsburg (away) on 20 September. FC Union Berlin's next opponents are St. Pauli on 30 August, RB Leipzig on 14 September and TSG Hoffenheim (home) on 21 September.