Mainz edge Gladbach 4-3 in seven-goal thriller

Borussia-Park witnessed a wild seven-goal contest as Mainz held off Gladbach for a record-equalling away win.

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What happened. Gladbach and Mainz traded blows in a seven-goal Bundesliga thriller at Borussia-Park, with the visitors running out 4-3 winners. Mainz's victory was their fourth away win versus Gladbach, equalling a club record.

• Neuhaus put Gladbach ahead on 11 minutes before Tietz levelled for Mainz.
• Becker headed Mainz in front in first-half stoppage time.
• Machino's stoppage-time penalty set up a tense finish but Mainz held on.

Mainz's record-equalling away win boosts their away form, while Gladbach's interim boss Lichte faces questions after a third straight home setback.

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