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The Bundesliga is in full swing and the latest match saw Bayer Leverkusen take on Mainz 05 at the Allianz Arena. The match was a close one, with both teams struggling to find their rhythm, but it was Wirtz who proved to be the driving force behind Leverkusen's victory.
Mainz started well, but struggled to get into the game and were unable to break down Leverkusen's defense. However, in the second half, they began to come out of their defensive funk and started to dominate the midfield. They eventually broke through and scored four goals in the first ten minutes of the game.
Wirtz responded with a goal of their own in the 86th minute. This goal came after a quick counterattack from Leverkusen that resulted in a corner kick. The Leverkusen players worked hard to create space for the striker, and the ball landed perfectly in the net. It was a stunning finish that gave Leverkusen a comfortable lead going into halftime.
In the second half, Mainz tried to fight back but could not maintain their momentum. Leverkusen continued to dominate the midfield and score more goals. In the 77th minute, Leverkusen had another chance to equalize when Klaas-Jan Huntelaar headed a free-kick from the edge of the box past Mainz keeper Stefan Breitenstein.
However, Mainz were unable to recover and the match ended in a 4-1 victory for Leverkusen. The win was a huge morale booster for Leverkusen as they look to continue their strong form in the Bundesliga this season.
Overall, it was a tough match for both teams, but Leverkusen emerged victorious thanks to their relentless attacking style and determination. The team will now look to build upon their performance against Hoffenheim on Sunday and continue their strong run in the Bundesliga.