Buy Mainz 05 vs Union Berlin tickets for the 2026/27 Season. The Bundesliga meeting at the MEWA Arena is set for Saturday 28 November 2026, with kick-off at 15:30 local time (14:30 UK) on matchday 11. It is a classic Saturday afternoon slot in a compact ground known across Germany for its atmosphere.
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This fixture has become a regular part of the Bundesliga calendar since Union's promotion in 2019, and it has rarely been one-sided. Union won 3-1 in Mainz on the penultimate weekend of last season, while all six previous meetings here were drawn or decided by a single goal. The Mainz 05 calendar shows where this date sits among the club's autumn home matches.
Below you will find what drives demand, how to choose between a seat and the terrace, what resale prices tend to look like and how the Bundesliga record between the clubs reads at the MEWA Arena.
The visitors are a big part of it. Union Berlin have a famously loyal and vocal following, and their supporters travel in large numbers even for long trips. Mainz is roughly 550 kilometres from Berlin, but Union's away end is usually full, and the singing from the visitors' terrace is part of the appeal for neutral fans.
The home crowd matches that energy. Mainz have built a reputation for a lively, carnival-inspired atmosphere, and the home terrace behind the goal keeps the noise going for the full 90 minutes. A Saturday afternoon kick-off in late November, with Christmas markets opening in the city, makes this an easy fixture to build a weekend around.
The recent record adds interest. Union have won three of the seven Bundesliga meetings at the MEWA Arena, Mainz have won one and three have been drawn. That balance means neither set of supporters can take the result for granted, which keeps demand strong across every part of the ground.
Union's rise adds to their pull. The Berlin club reached the Bundesliga for the first time in 2019, qualified for the Champions League for the first time in 2023 and built a reputation as one of the most organised sides in the division. Neutral fans who have followed that story often want to see Union's supporters in person, and an away day in Mainz is a relatively easy way to do it from abroad.
Timing in the season matters as well. By matchday 11, the Bundesliga table is starting to settle, and both clubs will want points to stay clear of the bottom places or push towards the top half. A home match against a direct rival for mid-table positions often carries more weight than it first appears.
Mainz itself adds to the appeal. The city sits on the Rhine, close to Frankfurt and Wiesbaden, and its old town is known for wine taverns, a historic cathedral and a relaxed atmosphere. Many visitors combine the match with a weekend in the Rhine region, which broadens demand beyond regular football supporters.
Price is another draw. German football is known for affordable tickets and standing terraces, and many visitors from the UK and elsewhere choose Bundesliga weekends precisely for that experience. Mainz, with its compact stadium and easy rail links, is a popular choice.
It is possible, but competitive. Mainz sell to season ticket holders first, known in Germany as Dauerkarten holders, then to club members and finally to the general public if any tickets remain. For a visit from a club with Union's following, members can take many of the remaining seats before a public sale opens.
The away allocation is separate. Union receive a share of the capacity for their supporters and sell it through their own ticketing, usually with priority for members who travel regularly. Demand for that allocation is high, so some Union fans look for seats elsewhere in the ground.
Visitors from abroad face extra hurdles. Club ticket shops are designed mainly for German customers, and some tickets are personalised with the holder's name or linked to a customer account. Seats released late are often singles spread around the ground, which makes group bookings difficult.
A verified resale marketplace is the practical route for anyone without a Mainz membership. Listings show the stand, block, whether the ticket is a seat or standing, the delivery method and any conditions before you pay, so you can plan the weekend with tickets already confirmed, then book trains and a hotel around a fixed Saturday afternoon kick-off.
German clubs also place strong emphasis on member loyalty. Many Mainz members have followed the club through spells in the second tier and European campaigns, and they receive priority for the more attractive fixtures. That loyalty system is one reason spare tickets can be hard to find through club sales for well-supported visitors.
That matters for groups in particular. Adjacent seats in the long-side stands are among the first to go, and booking early gives a group the strongest chance of sitting together.
Five things drive the price of a ticket for this match: whether you choose a seat or standing, which stand and tier you pick, the demand created by Union's travelling support, how close to the date you buy and whether you want hospitality. The table below shows typical resale ranges.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home standing terrace | £30 – £60 | Atmosphere and budget | Standing behind the goal with the Mainz support |
| Upper tier long side | £45 – £85 | Neutrals who want the full picture | High tactical view under the roof |
| Lower tier long side outer blocks | £50 – £90 | Value seekers | Close to the pitch, away from the halfway line |
| Main stand central | £65 – £120+ | First-time visitors and families | Close to the dugouts, sells first |
| Hospitality / VIP | £150 – £350+ | Corporate guests and special trips | Business seats and boxes in the main stand |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
Bundesliga face values are among the most affordable in Europe, but resale prices rise for well-supported visitors. A Union match usually sits in the middle to upper part of the Mainz price range, below visits from Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund but above most other fixtures.
If a listing looks unusually low, read the notes carefully for split seating, restricted views or a membership card that must be handed over. A clearly described ticket at a slightly higher price is usually the safer choice.
Timing your purchase can help. Listings often appear in waves, first after the fixture list is published and again once the DFL confirms kick-off times. With this match already fixed for a Saturday afternoon, buying in the weeks ahead usually gives more choice than waiting for the final days.
Standing tickets are the most affordable way into the ground. They offer a lively experience but are limited in number and are usually taken quickly by regular home supporters, so book early if you want one.
The MEWA Arena opened in 2011 and was previously known as the Coface Arena and the Opel Arena. It is a compact, steep bowl with no running track and a domestic capacity of around 33,300, including roughly 13,700 standing places. The two long sides rise in two tiers, the ends behind the goals are large terraces and the main stand carries the dugouts, business seats and boxes. The MEWA Arena seating plan shows every block before you buy.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main stand lower tier central | Families and first-time visitors | Upper | Close to the dugouts with a balanced view |
| Main stand upper tier | Buyers who like a tactical view | Mid | High angle under the roof |
| Opposite long side | Neutrals who want a full view | Mid to upper | General seating over two tiers |
| Home terrace | Mainz fans who want to sing | Lower | Standing throughout with the loudest home support |
| Corner seating | Value seekers | Lower to mid | Angled views close to the pitch |
| Away end | Union Berlin supporters | Set by the visiting club | Terrace behind the opposite goal with its own safe standing. Union colours belong here only |
Neutral buyers and undecided fans, including those visiting German football for the first time and unsure where to sit, should aim for the long sides, ideally in the upper tier for a full view or the lower tier near the halfway line. Keep club colours out of sight outside the away end, and compare current listings for the MEWA Arena to see what is available in each block.
The terraces are central to the matchday experience. The home standing end is loud, colourful and social, but it is not ideal for young children or anyone who wants to stay seated. If you choose standing, arrive early to find a good spot.
Home buyers should be careful near the away end. With Union's large following, blocks next to the guest area can be busier with visiting fans, so choose a seat on the long sides or at the opposite end for a calmer afternoon.
The steep design helps every seat. Because there is no track, even the upper tier feels close to the pitch, and the roof covers the seating areas, which is a real benefit in late November.
Row choice matters in the lower tier. The first few rows are very close to the pitch but give a flatter angle, so seats a little further back usually offer a better balance of proximity and overview. In the upper tier, a central block gives the clearest tactical view of the whole pitch.
Accessible places are available in several areas, with wheelchair positions and companion seats. If you need an accessible place, confirm the exact position with the seller before you buy, since these places are allocated separately from general blocks.
Hospitality at the MEWA Arena is concentrated in the main stand, where business seats, lounges and private boxes offer a more comfortable experience. Packages combine a padded central seat with food and drink before the match and at half time.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| Business seat | Fans who want comfort without a full package | Padded central seat in the main stand |
| Lounge package | Couples and small groups | Seat plus lounge access and catering |
| Premium dining | Corporate hosts | Full dining with drinks and a central view |
| Private box | Groups marking a special occasion | Private space with catering and a view of the pitch |
Hospitality is also a good option for anyone who wants to avoid the crowds on a busy day. Guests usually have separate entrances and more space inside, which makes the matchday more relaxed for families or first-time visitors to German football.
A 15:30 kick-off suits hospitality well. Guests can arrive around lunchtime, eat in comfort and settle in before the teams come out, then stay on while the crowds clear.
Packages are sold with guests seated together, which also solves the problem of finding adjacent seats. Hospitality demand is steady for most Mainz home games, but availability narrows for well-supported visitors, so book early if a particular lounge matters to you.
Premium seating also avoids the busiest parts of the ground. With a large away following and a full home terrace, the concourses can get crowded before kick-off and at half time, and a lounge gives guests a calmer space to eat and meet.
Many visitors create their own extras around the match. Mainz's old town, with its cathedral and wine taverns, is a pleasant place for a pre-match lunch, and the city's Christmas market usually opens in late November.
Bundesliga tickets are increasingly delivered digitally, so confirm the delivery method and the name on the ticket before you pay.
| Delivery Type | What to Confirm |
|---|---|
| Mobile ticket | Which app or wallet is used and when the ticket will be transferred |
| Print-at-home ticket | The block, row and seat or standing area, plus when the file will be sent |
| Membership card entry | How the ticket will be loaded and how the card will be handed over |
| Collection in Mainz | The meeting point, the time window and a contact number for the handover |
Read the listing notes before you buy, since some sellers transfer tickets only in the final days before the match. Bring valid photo ID in case stewards ask for it. If your ticket is on your phone, charge it fully and carry a power bank.
The stadium sits on the edge of Mainz, and shuttle buses run from Mainz Hauptbahnhof on matchdays. Parking is limited, so public transport is the most practical option. In many parts of Germany, a match ticket also includes free local public transport, so confirm whether this applies to your ticket.
Allow at least an hour to reach your block, as security screening and queues build before kick-off. Bag rules are strict at Bundesliga grounds, and only small bags are usually allowed, so travel light.
Union supporters are known for arriving early and filling the away terrace well before kick-off. Home fans on the long side opposite will hear the visitors' songs throughout the afternoon, which is part of the experience at this fixture. Follow steward directions around the away entrances, particularly at the end of the match.
Food and drink are part of the German matchday experience. Stadium kiosks usually sell sausages, pretzels and beer. Some grounds use cashless payment, so confirm how payment works before you arrive.
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Frankfurt Airport is the most convenient gateway, with direct trains to Mainz Hauptbahnhof taking around 25 minutes. A mobile ticket or print-at-home ticket sent before you travel is the simplest option, since it avoids relying on a handover on matchday. Ask for tickets together at the point of purchase, and consider staying in Mainz or nearby Wiesbaden or Frankfurt, all with easy rail links to the stadium shuttle services.
The DFL has fixed this match for Saturday 28 November, but kick-off times can still change in exceptional cases. Book flexible travel where you can, and avoid tight return connections on Saturday evening. Union supporters travelling from abroad should remember that the away allocation is sold through their own club, so a neutral seat on the long side is often the simpler option.
Union's promotion in 2019 turned this into a regular Bundesliga fixture, and the visitors made an immediate impression in Mainz. They won 3-2 at the then Opel Arena in November 2019, their first top-flight win in the city, and followed it with a 2-1 victory in October 2021. Mainz's only Bundesliga home win against Union came in February 2021, a 1-0 success played in an empty stadium during the pandemic.
Those early results reflected Union's rapid growth as a Bundesliga side. The Berlin club finished in the top half in several of its early seasons and reached the Champions League for the first time in 2023. Mainz, meanwhile, earned their own European return with a place in the 2025/26 Conference League, so both clubs now arrive with continental experience in recent seasons.
The following seasons were tight. A goalless draw in August 2022 was followed by 1-1 draws in February 2024 and August 2024, before Union won 3-1 in May 2026 on the penultimate weekend of the 2025/26 season. The return meeting, Union Berlin vs Mainz 05, completes the pair for 2026/27 at the Stadion An der Alten Försterei.
What makes this fixture distinctive is its unpredictability. Six of the seven meetings in Mainz have been drawn or decided by a single goal, and both sets of supporters bring standing terraces full of noise. For buyers, that means an afternoon with a genuine sense of occasion rather than a routine mid-table match.
The figures below cover every Bundesliga meeting at the MEWA Arena with Mainz 05 as hosts, including seasons when the ground was called the Opel Arena. 2. Bundesliga meetings are excluded.
| Metric | Total |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 7 |
| Mainz 05 wins | 1 |
| Union Berlin wins | 3 |
| Draws | 3 |
| Mainz 05 goals | 7 |
| Union Berlin goals | 10 |
| Biggest Mainz 05 win | 1-0 (6 Feb 2021) |
| Biggest Union Berlin win | 1-3 (10 May 2026) |
| First Bundesliga meeting in scope | 9 Nov 2019 |
| Most recent meeting in scope | 10 May 2026 |
Source: BDFutbol German season records, cross-referenced with worldfootball.net matchday results and kicker match coverage. Union lead the record in Mainz, but three of the seven meetings have ended level.
All seven Bundesliga meetings at the MEWA Arena with Mainz 05 at home, newest first. Scores are shown with Mainz's goals first.
| Date | Score |
|---|---|
| 10 May 2026 | 1-3 |
| 24 Aug 2024 | 1-1 |
| 07 Feb 2024 | 1-1 |
| 14 Aug 2022 | 0-0 |
| 03 Oct 2021 | 1-2 |
| 06 Feb 2021 | 1-0 |
| 09 Nov 2019 | 2-3 |
Source: BDFutbol German season records and worldfootball.net matchday results, with the 2026 meeting matched against kicker and Sky Sport coverage.
The pattern is clear from the list. Only three of the seven matches have produced more than two goals, and Mainz have scored in six of them. A close contest is the most likely outcome, which is part of what keeps demand steady for this fixture.
The match is on Saturday 28 November 2026 at 15:30 local time, which is 14:30 in the UK.
Yes, the home terrace offers standing places, though they are limited and usually go quickly.
Visiting supporters use the away terrace behind the goal opposite the home end, so Union colours should only be worn there.
Matchday shuttle buses run from Mainz Hauptbahnhof to the ground.
Yes, filter for listings that state the places are together, since groups are hard to reseat once tickets have been transferred.
Sources: 1. FC Union Berlin official fixture announcement, Bundesliga official coverage, BDFutbol, worldfootball.net, kicker, Sky Sport and FOX Sports. 1BoxOffice is an independent resale marketplace and is not affiliated with 1. FSV Mainz 05, 1. FC Union Berlin, the DFL or the Bundesliga.