Impending Sanctions for Mainz Defender Dominik Kohr Following Controversial Sending Off

Mainz defender Dominik Kohr is facing significant repercussions following his latest sending off, which could lead to a suspension of up to four matches, as reported by Kicker. The German Football Association (DFB) is considering imposing this ban on the 31-year-old, who holds the Bundesliga record for the most send-offs in the league’s history. If the maximum penalty is enforced, Kohr’s 2025 season may be effectively over.

In a response to his dangerous challenge on Hoffenheim attacker Max Moerstedt, Kohr took to social media to express his remorse. However, this may be perceived as insufficient by the DFB’s disciplinary committee. The governing body is reportedly growing weary of the recurrent issues surrounding Kohr’s conduct. A final decision regarding his fate is expected today.

Despite Kohr’s apology and the defense from his teammates, who argue he is unfairly labeled as the “Bundesliga Bully,” it is anticipated that the DFB will not be swayed by these statements. The Trier native’s pattern of reckless challenges necessitates a significant response. Words from Kohr and teammates like Danny da Costa, who commented on the unfair nature of Kohr’s portrayal, are unlikely to change the outcome.

“You keep reading articles in which he is described as the ‘bully of the league’,” Da Costa shared with Sky Germany on Friday night. “I’ve known and played with him long enough to assert that this is not a fair characterization. He has an aggressive playing style, but there are many other players who occasionally overstep the mark. The tackle on Moerstedt was not intentional.”

In his Instagram post, Kohr addressed Moerstedt directly, stating, “It’s important to me to address you directly today, and especially you, Max Moerstedt. In my mind, I just wanted to prevent a pass. When I saw the TV images, I was shocked myself. It could have turned out differently. I’m relieved and glad that nothing more happened to you and that you were able to continue playing.”

Kohr further extended his apologies to the Mainz supporters, expressing, “I serve and want to give my all for you. I want to throw myself into every tackle for you, but I want to reassure you once again that I never want to hurt anyone on purpose.”

GGFN | Peter Weis