Bayern Munich may be 10 points off the top spot in the Bundesliga, but manager Thomas Tuchel remains optimistic about his side's chances to chase down leaders Bayer Leverkusen and secure a record-extending 12th straight league title.

Bayern, second on 54 points after 24 matches, host lowly-placed Mainz 05 on Saturday and are looking to maintain the momentum after their 3-0 Champions League round of 16 win over Lazio earlier in the week.