They left it late, but Bayern München came good in the end to turn around a 1-0 deficit and snatch victory against SC Freiburg.

There were wins for Borussia Dortmund, 1. FSV Mainz 05 and Hannover 96, as sparks flew in this afternoon's feisty Bundesliga action.

Prior to the game, it was widely said that this was a must-win for Berlin, if they still wanted to avoid relegation. Nürnberg's situation was also difficult, as they were not allowed to drop points in the fierce relegation battle.

VfL Wolfsburg continued their form revival and made it four straight wins in the league, beating Borussia Mönchengladbach in impressive fashion on their own turf.

With FC Schalke 04 lying in second, a point ahead of Bayer Leverkusen, Friday night offered Felix Magath's side the opportunity to up the pressure on Bayern München ahead of the league leaders clash with Freiburg on Saturday. But VfB Stuttgart made their hosts work for the three points on matchday 26.