Mainz wingback Yeonsu Kastrup delivered a career-defining performance, scoring his first multi-goal in a thrilling 3-3 draw against FC Koln in the 2025-2026 Bundesliga season at RheinEnergieStadion.
Standout Wingback Display
Deployed as a right wingback in a 3-4-2-1 formation, the 23-year-old Kastrup notched two crucial goals. His efforts propelled Mainz to a late equalizer, securing one point and climbing to 12th in the league standings with 29 points.
In the 26th minute, Kastrup rose highest to head home a precise cross from Frankfurt loanee Onogora over Oliver, outjumping the defense and beating goalkeeper Simon with a clinical finish despite minimal reaction time.
Penalty Heroics Seal Impact
The game leveled at 2-2 entering the second half. In the 15th minute, Kastrup converted a penalty with a thunderous strike, accurately placing the ball beyond the keeper to ignite the contest.
Remarkably, Kastrup linked two goals from three shots—all on target. His stats shone: 89% pass accuracy, 100% cross completion, one interception, and four successful dribbles, underscoring his dominance.
Kastrup earned the team’s highest rating of 7.8, highlighting his standout role among Mainz’s shot creators and providers.
