Mainz 05 star Danny da Costa on the new Bundesliga ball Mainz 05 defender Danny da Costa (33) has commented on the new Bundesliga ball. The veteran confirmed that the ball flutters more and favors long-range shooters. Mainz finished last season in 10th place with 40 points (10W-10D-14L). ## What does da Costa say about the new ball? Da Costa stated: “It actually flutters more than the old one. Offensive players and long-range shooters will certainly be happy.” The ball is called “Torfabrik” and could, according to da Costa, be deliberately designed for more goals. ## Why is this important for Mainz 05? With players like Nadiem Amiri (29), a specialist in long-range shots, Mainz could benefit from the new ball’s characteristics. The team remained unbeaten in pre-season and recently won 2-1 against Bournemouth. ## What’s next? Mainz will start with a home game against Borussia Dortmund (2nd in the table) on January 9, 2027. Paul Nebel is currently injured. The team enters the new season on a two-game winning streak.