Lee Jae-sung Starts Season with Assist in Mainz's DFB-Pokal Rout

South Korean midfielder Lee Jae-sung has kicked off his new season with Mainz in impressive fashion, marking his first official match appearance with an assist. The 31-year-old played a crucial role in his team's dominant performance in the first round of the 2026-2027 DFB-Pokal (German Cup).

Lee started on the right wing and played for 62 minutes in the away match against Kickers Offenbach, a fifth-division team. In the 39th minute, with Mainz already leading 2-0, Lee controlled an aerial ball with his chest and delivered a precise pass to Amiri, who then scored to extend their lead. This marked Lee's first attacking contribution of the current season, following a season where he recorded six goals and four assists in 39 appearances across all competitions.

Mainz demonstrated their superiority throughout the match, leading 4-0 by halftime. They ultimately secured a resounding 9-0 victory. Striker Philipp Tietz was a standout performer, netting four goals, including the opening goal of the match. The team's strong start in the DFB-Pokal sets a positive tone for their campaign.