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Despite having interim coach Benjamin Hoffmann in charge, Mainz 05 failed to score against Borussia Mönchengladbach on Friday evening. The club has announced that Urs Fischer will be the new head coach.

Following the dismissal of Bo Henriksen, Mainz is turning to a familiar face in the Bundesliga. The Swiss coach previously managed Union Berlin from 2018 to 2023 and has now signed a contract with Mainz until 2028.

“There are no easy tasks in football, but that's exactly what makes it interesting. I had convincing talks with Christian Heidel and Niko Bungert, and the club Mainz 05 suits me overall,” Fischer stated in the press release.

Christian Heidel shared his thoughts on the negotiations: “We are very pleased that he was immediately and without hesitation enthusiastic about the joint path with Mainz 05.” Fischer's success and abilities have made him a sought-after coach. “Urs Fischer has impressively proven at all his professional stops that he can structure and develop teams, and moreover, with his calm but empathetic manner, he can win over any locker room,” Heidel added.

In his debut as the new Mainz coach, Fischer faces a challenging task against the league leader in Munich. The contrast in class is quite significant at this moment.

Nonetheless, Mainz demonstrated their ability to defeat Bayern last year when they handed Kompany his first Bundesliga loss.

Can Mainz 05 secure their place in the league with Urs Fischer? Feel free to share your opinion in the comments.

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