On Saturday, Hoffenheim hosted Mainz in what was a key match in the Bundesliga. The visitors came into the game with momentum after a run of three consecutive wins, while Hoffenheim were looking to bounce back from their defeat at home to Augsburg the previous week.

The match began with both sides trying to take control of the game. However, it was Hoffenheim who took the lead in the 46th minute through a goal from Max Krall. The striker had been on the pitch for only five minutes when he found space on the left side of the box and fired past the goalkeeper to give his team the lead.

Mainz responded well to this setback, however, and were able to equalize just before half-time thanks to a goal from Marco Reus. The German international had been a constant threat throughout the match and his header in the 55th minute levelled things up.

The second half saw more of the same as both teams looked to gain the upper hand. However, it was Hoffenheim who were able to break the deadlock in the 79th minute through a goal from Ivan Kramarić. The Croatian midfielder had been brought on as a substitute but quickly made an impact, finding space on the right-hand side of the pitch and curling a shot past the goalkeeper to give his team the lead once again.

The win was a significant one for Hoffenheim, as it came against a team that has struggled all season. Kramarić's two goals and assist were instrumental in securing the victory, as he played a key role in the team's success. His ability to create chances and score goals is something that will be important for Hoffenheim moving forward, as they look to challenge for a top-four finish in the league.