Mainz 05 secured Europa League qualification for the first time in nine years with a 2-2 draw against Bayer Leverkusen, finishing seventh in the Bundesliga. Head coach Bo Henriksen humorously congratulated Leverkusen’s Xabi Alonso on his rumored move to Real Madrid during his post-match press conference, reflecting on the emotional conclusion of the season. The celebration escalated when players, led by captain Silvan Widmer, surprised Henriksen with a champagne ambush, dousing him in celebration of their achievement.
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