Barreiro and Lee scored as Mainz 05 secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Union Berlin on Saturday night, with the result easing the pressure on the relegation battle. The match was a closely contested affair, with both teams showing great defensive resilience throughout.
Barreiro opened the scoring for Mainz in the 48th minute, putting the visitors ahead early on. He then added to his tally moments later when he found himself unmarked at the back post to head home a cross from his teammate. The goal gave Mainz the lead they needed, and they looked well set to secure all three points.
However, Union Berlin fought back valiantly, with their attacking prowess proving too much for Mainz's defense. In the 76th minute, they equalized through a header from their striker, who had been lurking in the penalty area for some time. The equalizer sent the game into extra-time, and it was clear that both teams were eager to get the win.
In the end, Barreiro and Lee sealed the deal for Mainz, with the two players combining to score the winning goals in the 99th and 100th minutes respectively. The result was a significant one for Mainz, as it eased the pressure on them to avoid relegation this season.
Overall, it was a thrilling match between two evenly matched sides, with both teams displaying great skill and determination throughout. It will be interesting to see how this result affects the rest of the season, and whether or not Mainz can continue their good form going forward.