VfR Mannheim 1-3 SSV Reutlingen 05 – German Bundesliga 5, 2 May 2026

SSV Reutlingen 05 delivered a dominant away performance on 2 May 2026, defeating VfR Mannheim 3-1 in German Bundesliga 5 action. The visitors, known for their strong counter-attacking football, took full control at the VfR Mannheim Stadion, leaving the home side with little response.

Match Report

VfR Mannheim started brightly and even took the lead in the 22nd minute through a well-struck volley from their centre-forward. However, SSV Reutlingen 05 equalised just before halftime following a defensive mix-up. The second half was all Reutlingen, who added two more goals through swift transitions, with the final goal coming in the 78th minute from a breakaway down the left wing.

Tactical Story

SSV Reutlingen 05’s high press and quick passing caused constant problems for the VfR Mannheim backline. The home side, missing three regular starters due to injury, struggled to maintain their shape after the equaliser. Reutlingen’s midfield trio dominated possession in the second half, allowing them to dictate the tempo.

Key Performers

• SSV Reutlingen 05: The central midfielder, who scored the equaliser and assisted the second, was the standout player.
• VfR Mannheim: The home goalkeeper made several saves but could not prevent the three goals.

The result lifts SSV Reutlingen 05 to 45 points, keeping them in the top-five of the Bundesliga 5 table. VfR Mannheim drop to 34 points, now six points clear of the relegation zone but needing to recover quickly.