Bayern Munich overcame a resilient Eintracht Frankfurt 3-2, thanks to a sterling display by England international Harry Kane at the Allianz Arena.
Borussia Dortmund delivered a commanding 4-0 victory over FSV Mainz 05 in the 22nd round of Bundesliga fixtures at the Westfalenstadion, underlining their growing momentum in the title race.
Mainz 05 have confirmed the loan signing of Sheraldo Becker from Osasuna, bringing the experienced forward back to the Bundesliga until the end of the season.
Tuesday's Bundesliga action saw Borussia Dortmund tighten their grip on second place, headlining a trio of matches that shook up the top and bottom of the table.
VfB Stuttgart underlined their top-four credentials with an impressive 4-1 win over Bayer Leverkusen at the BayArena in the Bundesliga on Saturday.
Bayern Munich's captain Joshua Kimmich was frank about his team's defensive struggles after the Bundesliga leaders were held to a 2-2 draw by bottom club Mainz on Sunday, as their frailties at the back shaped the outcome.