Mainz II 2, Heidenheim 0

HEIDENHEIM, Germany (Interstat) — Mainz 05 II defeated Heidenheim 2-0 on Saturday at Voith-Arena, spoiling the home side’s season opener in a Bundesliga-organized match. Phillip Tietz opened the scoring in the seventh minute, converting an assist from Eren Dinkci to put the visitors ahead early. Nadiem Amiri doubled the lead in the 43rd minute, with Sheraldo Becker providing the helper on the goal. Both Tietz and Amiri entered the match as substitutes, while Dinkci started as a forward. The first half saw Mainz 05 II control possession and generate quality chances, capitalizing on defensive lapses by Heidenheim. The home team… Read more...