Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich eased past Mainz 05 3-0 on Saturday but had to put title celebrations on ice after Bayer Leverkusen matched their win to stay eight points behind with three matches left to play.

Bayern Munich kept their Bundesliga title hopes firmly on track with a commanding 3-0 victory over Mainz 05 at the Allianz Arena on Saturday. However, their celebrations have been delayed, as Bayer Leverkusen’s win ensured the title race remains alive for at least another week.

Bayern Munich moved one victory away from winning back the Bundesliga title as they beat Mainz at home. Leroy Sane slotted into the bottom corner from close range to put Vincent Kompany's side in front. Michael Olise jinked inside and fired a low finish past Robin Zenter in the Mainz goal as Bayern increased their lead before the break.