Andreas Hanche-Olsen - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Remains out for time being Hanche-Olsen (undisclosed) remains out for the time being, coach Urs Fischer said in the press conference.

Impact Hanche-Olsen suffered an injury in training during the winter break and is still recovering from the issue, leaving him unavailable for the time being. The timeline for his return is unknown, but his absence doesn't have a significant impact on the starting XI since he has been a rotational player this season. Stefan Bell will, however, be expected to see increased playing time while he is out.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Misses call Saturday Hanche-Olsen (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Union Berlin.

Impact Hanche-Olsen is not included in the squad for Saturday due to ongoing injury issues following the winter break. His absence is notable given he had started two of the club's last three matches prior to the layoff. Stefan Bell is expected to take over in the starting lineup until he returns to full fitness.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to face Berlin Hanche-Olsen is doubtful for Saturday's match against Union Berlin, according to manager Urs Fischer.

Impact Hanche-Olsen is coming back from the break with some issues, as the defender is now doubtful to play due to injuries. With the defender starting in two of their past three games, this could be a rough loss, with Stefan Bell as a likely replacement. At this point, it is more than likely that he is placed on the bench at the best either way, likely to see Bell in a starting spot.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Own goal in draw Hanche-Olsen had an own goal and one shot (zero on goal) in Friday's 1-1 draw against Hoffenheim.

Impact Aside from the own goal, Hanche-Olsen delivered a solid effort by completing over 20 passes for a second consecutive appearance. This also marked his second straight outing recording a tackle, although he has only won one tackle in his last five matches.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mainz strike late to rescue point and halt Hoffenheim winning streak

Hoffenheim has conceded a late goal and drawn at Mainz 1-1 and missed out on a record fifth successive Bundesliga triumph

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Three shot attempts in loss Hanche-Olsen registered three shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Hanche-Olsen led the Mainz attacking effort Saturday with three shot attempts (two on goal) but was unable to beat the keeper in a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Borussia Dortmund. More characteristically, the central defender also matched a team-high with six clearances. Hanche-Olsen was subbed-off off in the 69th minute as part of a reorganization following a Mainz red card.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs in assist Hanche-Olsen assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Saturday's 4-1 win versus FC Augsburg. He was injured and subbed out in the 81st minute.

Impact Hanche-Olsen logged in an assist in his first start since the opener. Looks to be that he will enter in a rotational role at defense, starting twice in four appearances to start the campaign.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plays during friendly Hanche-Olsen (knee) started and played 45 minutes in a friendly against Strasbourg on Saturday.

Impact Hanche-Olsen looks to be fit for the start of the season once again, with the defender taking to the field for a friendly after knee surgery was needed in May. This is a quick turnaround for the defender, who should now be deemed fit for their season opener, which is two weeks away. With the defender being fit once again, he could enter the starting XI on opening day.

AUGUST 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Close to return after training Hanche-Olsen (knee) has rejoined team training and expects to be back soon, according to Michael Ebert of Kicker.

Impact Hanche-Olsen received a crucial update just two weeks out from the start of the season, as the defender has trained and now will look to make his return in the coming days. That said, he hopes to find the field for a friendly before the start of the season. He started in 12 of his 22 appearances last season and will likely see a rotational role to start the season if fit for opening day.

AUGUST 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Signs new contract Hanche-Olsen (knee) has signed a new contract with Mainz 05 until the end of the 2027/28 season, the club announced> Thursday.

Impact The 28-year-old center-back has signed a new deal, extending his original contract, which was due to expire next summer, by a further two years. The defender underwent knee surgery in late May but is expected to be available at some point in the pre-season. Hanche-Olsen recorded 12 starts and 22 total appearances for Mainz in the 2024/25 Bundesliga campaign, tallying 85 clearances, one goal, one assist and 21 tackles.

JULY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Receives knee surgery Hanche-Olsen has received surgery on his right knee joint but is expected to be available for summer preparations, accoridng to his club.

Impact Hanche-Olsen will be seeing some time away from the field as the club enters the offseason, as he has undergone knee surgery. That said, he is still supposed to return for summer preparations, which is a good sign for the defender. He saw a bit more time at the end of the season with four straight starts, so it is at least good news that he should still be fit for the start of the new campaign.

MAY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains bench option Hanche-Olsen made 22 appearances (12 starts) in the Bundesliga.

Impact Hanche-Olsen's third season in Germany was passable, but he failed to really earn a consistent role after injuries hampered him early. The positive outlook for Hanche-Olsen is that he started the final four matches in the Bundesliga, pointing towards a larger role next season potentially.

MAY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full game Hanche-Olsen generated four tackles (three won) and eight clearances in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Holstein Kiel.

Impact Hanche-Olsen made two blocks, won nine duels and also made 32 passes. He has started three of the last five games and registered 27 clearances, eight tackles and four interceptions, while also scoring off the bench once.

APRIL 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Should be fit Hanche-Olsen (undisclosed) appears to be an option for Saturday's match against Bayern Munich, according to manager Bo Henriksen. "There are no further absences besides Vidovic, we...

Impact Hanche-Olsen looks to be dealing with nothing major following his early exit from their last contest, as he already appears to be fit for Saturday's contest. He will hope to see the start, as he has started in four of his six appearances, although he has been used off the bench in his past two appearances.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with knock Hanche-Olsen was forced off in the second half of Sunday's 4-3 loss to Wolfsburg with a knock.

Impact Hanche-Olsen, who replaced the injured Danny da Costa in the fifth minute, was injured himself and forced off the pitch in the 89th and being replaced by Maxim Leitsch. The extent of Hanche-Olsen's injury should be determined ahead of next week's match against Bayern.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Among substitutes Sunday Hanche-Olsen (toe) is in the squad to face Holstein Kiel on Sunday.

Impact Hanche-Olsen returns for the first time since September after dealing with a broken toe. The defender is a regular starter when fit, but will be eased back into action from the bench Sunday.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with team Hanche-Olsen (toe) has returned to team training, according to his club.

Impact Hanche-Olsen is receiving great news as the team regathers from the international break, as he has been included in team training for the first time since fracturing his toe. This leaves him in a decent spot to possibly be an option Sunday when facing Kiel, likely needing a late fitness test to decide his availability. He started in all four games he was an option for before his injury and will look to earn that spot back immediately now that he is nearly fit.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out with toe fracture Hanche-Olsen is not in the squad to face Leipzig on Saturday due to a toe fracture.

Impact Hanche-Olsen is set to miss multiple weeks with the injury, a broken toe on his right foot. The defender is replaced in Saturday's XI by Danny da Costa.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

No longer suspended Hanche-Olsen has cleared his suspension and is an option once again.

Impact Hanche-Olsen has served his one-match ban, leaving him as an option for the Oct. 19 match against Leipzig. He started in all four matches he was available before his suspension, so he should return to the starting XI to face Leipzig.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Saturday Hanche-Olsen was sent off during the first half of Saturday's clash with Heidenheim.

Impact Hanche-Olsen made it less than 30 minutes before being shown a second yellow card. The defender will miss at least one match via suspension. Stefan Bell is likely to take the starting job for that match.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting vs. Augsburg Hanche-Olsen (head) is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against Augsburg.

Impact Hanche-Olsen was questionable for this game, but he passed a late fitness test and will anchor the defensive line. He's started in his previous three appearances in this Bundesliga campaign.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Friday Hanche-Olsen (head) is questionable for Friday's match against Augsburg, according to manager Bo Henriksen. "Hanche is training with us and we hope he will be fit for Friday."

Impact Hanche-Olsen will be a possibility for Friday, with the defender still recovering from a head injury he picked up over the international break. He has been training with the group, so there is a solid chance this takes place. He started in both matches before the international break, so there is a solid chance he gets the start Friday if fit.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Missing against Bremen Hanche-Olsen (head) is not in the squad to face Werder Bremen on Sunday.

Impact Hanche-Olsen is out after picking up a head injury on international duty with Norway. The defender had started each of Mainz's opening two Bundesliga matches as Maxim Leitsch replaces him in Sunday's XI.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for weekend Hanche-Olsen suffered a head injury while with Norway and will be questionable for Sundays match against Werder Bremen. "We'll have to wait and see if Hanche is available after suf...

Impact Hanche-Olsen suffered a head injury during his time with the national team and is listed as day to day. He's started both Bundesliga games at center back for the side, assisting once while making 12 clearances with four tackles (one won). If the defender is ruled out, then Stefan Bell could get the late call to start in the back line for Mainz.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates assist in draw Hanche-Olsen assisted once and created a chance in Saturday's 3-3 draw against VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Hanche-Olsen contributed four clearances, two tackles, an interception and a block Saturday. The starting left back unfortunately made an error that led to Stuttgart scoring, but made amends by creating the assist for Mainz's second goal completed by Jonathan Burkardt. He has not posted a clean sheet this season but contributed two in the 2023-24 campaign from 15 appearances.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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