Borussia Dortmund 4-0 Mainz Player Ratings: Serhou Guirassy Scores Brace as Dortmund Dominate Bundesliga Game at Home

Borussia Dortmund claimed a dominant 4–0 victory over FSV Mainz 05 in the Bundesliga. The match was effectively decided early, as Dortmund played with high intensity from the opening minutes.

Borussia Dortmund took the lead in the 10th minute. Serhou Guirassy scored with a well-placed header. Shortly after, Maximilian Beier made it 2–0, giving Dortmund a strong early advantage.

Both goals came from precise deliveries by Julian Ryerson, who played a key role in Dortmund’s fast start. Mainz struggled to cope with the pressure and were unable to settle into the game.

Before halftime, Guirassy scored again to extend the lead to 3–0. The second half saw Dortmund control the match without difficulty. In the 84th minute, an own goal by Dominik Kohr completed the scoring. FSV Mainz 05 were outplayed across the pitch and failed to respond. It was a clear and confident win for Borussia Dortmund.

Borussia Dortmund Player Ratings vs FSV Mainz 05

Here are Borussia Dortmund player ratings from the game:

Goalkeeper

Gregor Kobel - 8.0: A spectator for large parts, but alert when called upon. He made five saves to preserve his clean sheet. What stood out to us were his saves in the second half. He denied Sheraldo Becker with a fantastic stop. Looked composed and confident throughout the game. A very solid performance from the keeper.

Defenders

Waldemar Anton - 7.5: A rock at the back for Dortmund. He was composed on the ball with a 94% pass accuracy. Made six crucial clearances to snuff out any potential Mainz attacks. He won most of his duels, showing his strength. A truly commanding display from the central defender.

Ramy Bensebaini - 6.5: A mixed bag of a performance from Bensebaini. He was solid for the most part but looked a bit clumsy. He committed three fouls and lost possession a few too many times. Did his defensive duties without being spectacular. An average day at the office.

Niklas Süle - 6.0: Only featured in the first half and was largely untroubled. He picked up a yellow card which was a slight blot on his copybook. Was substituted at halftime, likely as a precaution. Did everything that was asked of him efficiently.

Midfielders

Jobe Bellingham - 7.0: A really industrious performance in the heart of midfield. His five interceptions highlight his excellent defensive work rate. He kept the play ticking over nicely. Not his most creative game, but his presence provided balance and stability. A very mature display.

Felix Nmecha - 7.0: Looked very lively and was a constant threat before his substitution. He registered a shot on target and created a chance. His high duel success rate showed he wasn't afraid to get stuck in. A dynamic and energetic performance.

Daniel Svensson - 7.5: Provided good width and creativity from the flank. He created two chances and was a menace with his crossing. He was sometimes a bit wasteful in possession. However, his attacking contributions were vital for the team's dominance.

Julian Ryerson - 9.5: Our Man of the Match, without a shadow of a doubt. An absolutely sensational performance. He delivered a hat-trick of assists, a rare feat for a defender. He created four chances and was a relentless threat down the right. What an incredible, highest-rated player display.

Forwards

Serhou Guirassy - 8.5: Clinical and deadly in front of goal. He bagged two well-taken goals to kill the game off. He was a constant nightmare for the Mainz defenders. He even missed a big chance that could have given him a hat-trick. A top-class striker's performance.

Julian Brandt - 6.5: A relatively quiet game for the captain. He created one chance and had a shot on target. We personally expected a bit more influence from him. Substituted after an hour having done his job without standing out.

Maximilian Beier - 8.0: Scored a fantastic header to put his team in a commanding position. His energy and movement were a joy to watch. He was a constant threat before being substituted. A very promising and effective performance.

Substitutes

Luca Reggiani - N/A: Replaced Süle at halftime and slotted in seamlessly. He didn't have much to do but looked assured.

Carney Chukwuemeka - N/A: Came on and was involved in the fourth goal, which was eventually given as an own goal. Picked up a late yellow card.

Fábio Silva - N/A: Looked lively after coming on, forcing a good save from the keeper with a header.

Marcel Sabitzer - N/A: Brought on to see the game out and did so effectively.

Karim Adeyemi - N/A: Replaced the goalscorer Guirassy and kept the pressure on the tired Mainz defence.

Manager

N. Kovač - 8.5: Got his tactics spot on. His team started with blistering intensity and won the game in the first half. His game plan exploited Mainz's weaknesses perfectly. A flawless managerial performance.

Mainz Player Ratings vs Borussia Dortmund

Check out Mainz player ratings from the Bundesliga clash:

Goalkeeper

Daniel Batz - 5.0: A brutal day for the goalkeeper. He conceded four goals and made a costly error leading to one. While he made four saves, he was ultimately overwhelmed. He looked shaky and his confidence seemed to drain away. A day he'll want to forget quickly.

Defenders

Stefan Posch - 5.5: Had a torrid time against Dortmund's rampant attack. He was dribbled past and earned a yellow card. He made a few clearances, but it was a case of damage control. A very challenging outing for him.

Dominik Kohr - 4.5: A performance to forget for the defender. His unfortunate own goal summed up a disastrous day for his team. He was dribbled past on three occasions. From our perspective, he was completely out of his depth today.

Dominic van Hoof - 5.0: Came on as a substitute for the injured Stefan Bell. He looked off the pace and struggled with the intensity of the game. Conceded two goals while on the pitch. Found the going very tough.

Midfielders

Kaishu Sano - 6.0: One of the few Mainz players to show some fight. He led the team with four interceptions. Despite his efforts, he was part of a midfield that was completely overrun. A lot of hard work with very little to show for it.

Jae-sung Lee - 5.5: Was largely anonymous and failed to make an impact on the game. His high pass completion means little without end product. He was substituted after a very quiet hour on the pitch.

Nadiem Amiri - 6.0: Tried to create something for his team. He had a shot on target and created a couple of chances. However, he also lost possession far too often. A glimmer of light in a dark performance.

Danny da Costa - 5.5: Worked hard but was ultimately ineffective. He struggled to handle Dortmund's wide players. Losing possession 14 times is just not good enough at this level. A disappointing game.

Silvan Widmer - 5.0: A poor performance from the captain. He picked up an early yellow card and looked off the pace. He was substituted after an hour, having failed to rally his troops. A very difficult afternoon.

Forwards

Phillip Tietz - 5.5: Was completely isolated and starved of any real service. Caught offside twice and failed to register a single shot. A frustrating and fruitless outing for the striker. He was a passenger for most of the game.

Silas - 5.5: Much like his strike partner, he had very little to work with. He didn't manage a single shot on target. He was substituted after an anonymous hour. He just couldn't get into the game at all.

Substitutes

Kacper Potulski - N/A: Came on for the injured Bell and had a couple of headers blocked.

Sheraldo Becker - N/A: Looked like Mainz's most dangerous player after coming on, forcing a good save.

Paul Nebel - N/A: Tried to inject some creativity and set up a chance for Amiri.

Phillipp Mwene - N/A: Didn't have a significant impact on the game.

Nelson Weiper - N/A: Had a shot saved late on and tried to make things happen.

Manager

U. Fischer - 4.5: His team was outclassed from the very first whistle. The defensive setup was torn to shreds within 15 minutes. He failed to find any answers to Dortmund's dominance. A tactical nightmare and a day to forget.

Man of the Match

Sportsdunia's player of the match was Julian Ryerson.

Worst Performer

Dominik Kohr had a bad outing in Borussia Dortmund vs Mainz.