Enner Valencia scores two goals for VfL Wolfsburg in victory over Mainz 05, moving them out of relegation danger.

VfL Wolfsburg secured their first win of the season with a convincing 2-0 victory over Mainz 05 at the Allianz Arena on Sunday. The result was a significant boost to the German Bundesliga club's chances of avoiding relegation, as they moved up to eighth place and reduced their gap to third-place rivals Borussia Dortmund to just one point.

The match began with both teams displaying early energy and intensity, but it was Valencia who took the lead after just 17 minutes. The midfielder, who had been absent from action due to injury, made a remarkable comeback off the bench and scored his first goal of the campaign. Valencia's low cross found its way into the back of the net, putting Wolfsburg ahead and setting the tone for the rest of the game.

Mainz 05 did not give up easily, though, and their defense held firm throughout most of the second half. However, Wolfsburg continued to press and eventually broke down the防线 in the final stages of the match. The second goal came in the 86th minute when Valencia played a perfect through ball to substitute Timo Werner, who finished coolly to seal the victory for the hosts.

The result was a testament to the resilience and determination of VfL Wolfsburg, who have struggled with injuries and form issues this season. Despite the setback against Hertha Berlin earlier in the week, Valencia showed that they can still compete with some of the top teams in the league.

The win also highlighted the importance of strong defense in Bundesliga matches, as Mainz 05 were able to hold their opponents at bay for much of the game. However, it was the attacking prowess of Valencia that ultimately proved decisive in securing the three points.

With the win, VfL Wolfsburg move up to eighth place in the table and reduce their gap to Borussia Dortmund to just one point. This is a significant improvement for the club, who have been struggling with poor form and injuries throughout the season.

Overall, the victory against Mainz 05 was a positive step for VfL Wolfsburg, as it demonstrated their ability to compete with some of the best teams in the league. The club will now look forward to continuing their impressive run of form and trying to climb even higher in the standings.