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Forced off with facial injury Caci was forced off in the 65th minute of Saturday's win at Borussia Moenchengladbach after Philipp Sander caught him in the face with his foot, the full-back departing with a bloo...

Impact Caci was forced off after being caught in the face by Philipp Sander's foot, with the incident ending his involvement in the 65th minute after he had assisted Sheraldo Becker's goal before halftime. Caci's afternoon at Borussia Moenchengladbach ended in the 65th minute on Saturday, the full-back leaving the pitch with a bloody nose following an accidental collision with Philipp Sander.The nature and severity of the facial injury remain unclear, so further assessment should determine whether he can resume training without restriction.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Features off bench Caci (groin) made his long-awaited return from injury, coming off the bench for 16 minutes in Sunday's 1-0 loss against Freiburg.

Impact Caci has been sidelined since September with a partial rupture of his right adductor tendon, making his return to competitive action a remarkable achievement in itself. The appearance against his former club Strasbourg added an extra layer of significance to the comeback, and the 16 minutes of action is exactly the kind of controlled reintegration the staff had in mind. Caci will now build his fitness gradually through further appearances before pushing for a starting role as Mainz head into the final stretch of the season.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Slim chance to return next week Caci (groin) has a slim chance of making the squad for next Thursday's Conference League return leg against Strasbourg, according to coach Urs Fischer, per Alsasports. "Titi resume...

Impact Caci has been sidelined since September with a partial rupture of his right adductor tendon, making any return before the end of the season a significant achievement. The timing of a potential comeback against his former club Strasbourg would be a fitting storyline, having spent his formative years at the Alsatian club from 2010. The odds are not in his favor given the severity and duration of the injury, but manager Fischer's cautious optimism suggests the door is not completely closed on a cameo appearance if he continues to progress well over the coming days.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Near return Caci (groin) completed his first full training session Wednesday and could return soon, according to coach Urs Fischer. "Caci completed his first full training session today, which...

Impact Caci completed his first full training session on Wednesday and could return soon, but is expected to be short of fitness for Thursday's Conference League clash against Sigma Olomouc after being sidelined since late September with a groin injury. The midfielder started the first four matches of the season and could regain that role after a few games as he works his way back to full match fitness.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Pictured in team training Caci (adductor) was pictured in team training Wednesday during the final phase of his recovery, the club posted.

Impact Caci was back on the training pitch with the squad Wednesday as he enters the final stretch of his recovery from a long-term adductor injury. The versatile defender is still targeting a return a few weeks after the March international break and will use the upcoming training sessions to ramp up his fitness and sharpen up ahead of his comeback. Caci has been an undisputed starter for Mainz in recent seasons and should regain his role once he's back up to full speed.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Could return after break Caci (adductor) is back in Mainz and expected to train with the team this week, although he could return only after the March international break, according to Sporting Director Ni...

Impact Caci has been sidelined since late September with an adductor injury, but his recovery is trending in the right direction and he's expected to return to team training this week with the goal of being available again after the March international break. The defender has been a locked-in starter for Mainz over the past few seasons and will be pushing to regain his regular spot once he's back up to full speed. That said, the coaching staff will likely manage his minutes carefully at first given the long stretch he spent on the sidelines.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Still working on return Caci (adductor) is still working on his return from injury, according to Le Republicain Lorrain.

Impact Caci suffered a tendon tear in his adductor in late September and remains deep into his recovery process. Coach Urs Fischer has avoided providing weekly updates, indicating the defender could still be several weeks away from full clearance. That said, he was spotted running on the grass two weeks ago, a strong sign he is entering the final stretch of his rehab, and his eventual return would be a major lift for Mainz given his status as the undisputed starter on the right flank since arriving from Strasbourg.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return until after break Caci (thigh) is out until after the winter break, according to manager Urs Fischer. "[Anthony] won't be back until after the winter break."

Impact Caci was training partially a few weeks ago but is seeing a longer absence than expected, with the midfielder not set to return until after the winter break. This is rough for the midfielder who has been out since September, hoping for no further setbacks. He started in their opening four games of the season, so they will hope for his availability soon.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Training partially Monday Caci (thigh) trained partially with the team on Monday, the club posted.

Impact Caci took part in portions of team training on Monday for the first time since his thigh injury. This is an important development for the frenchman since he appears on track to be available at the beginning of December and reclaim his starting role for Mainz before the end of the year. Until then Silvan Widmer continues to see an expanded role in the starting XI.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hopes to play several games Caci (thigh) hopes to play two to three games before the end of the year, coach Bo Henriksen said in the press conference.

Impact Caci is progressing well and gradually increasing his workload in training. The defender is hoping to play two to three games before the end of the year, which suggests he could be targeting a return against Gladbach on Dec. 5 if everything goes as planned. If he is deemed fit to feature, Caci will without any surprise, regain his starting role in the Mainz squad.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inks contract extension Caci signed a contract extension with Mainz until 2028, the club announced.

Impact Caci joined Mainz from Strasbourg in 2022 and has played 107 games for the club, contributing five goals and 14 assists. He is currently recovering from a thigh injury that has sidelined him for months, which shows the confidence Mainz has in him to extend his contract during that period.

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss a few months Caci has suffered a muscle tendon injury i his thigh and could be out until the beginning of 2026, depending on his individual process, according to his club.

Impact Caci went down late into Saturday's match and has now been confirmed to have suffered a thigh injury after some testing, possibly missing out until 2026. This is a brutal development for the midfielder, as he will miss a few months of action after starting all four games to begin the campaign. That said, his absence will force a change, with Silvan Widmer or Nikolas Veratschnig as possible replacements.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sends 12 crosses Caci registered two shots (zero on goal), 12 crosses (three accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Wolfsburg. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 8...

Impact Caci sent a whopping 12 crosses in the match, a mark which would have surpassed his season high from last year. With three of his crossees landing accurately in the match, he is up to 16 crosses and four accurate crosses through two outings. He also registered a tackle won for a second straight outing and nabbed his first interception of the campaign.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots in loss Caci generated three shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to 1. FC Koln.

Impact Caci has shifted forward in recent seasons, no playing as a wing-back more than a center-back. That role gives him some good upside as Mainz push the ball forward out wide quite frequently. This still isn't a brilliant offensive team, so Caci's upside could be limited in some matches, but he still should offer something going forward.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in friendly Caci (knee) got the start during Wednesday's friendly win over Saarbrucken.

Impact Caci finished the season on the sideline with a knee injury, but got the start for the first friendly of pre-season. That's a great sign that he's fully fit and available for action when the Bundesliga kicks off in August, as he should be a big part of the first team.

JULY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers knee injury Caci suffered a knee injury in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Leverkusen and was forced off in the 70th minute, according to the club.

Impact Caci was forced off in the second half of the final clash of the season against Leverkusen after suffering a knee injury. He will likely be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the issue and whether he will need to miss time to recover. He will aim to return fully fit for the preseason ahead of the 2025-26 campaign.

MAY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts Sunday Caci (ankle) retained a starting spot for Sunday's match against Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Caci was questionable prior to the weekend game but ultimately recovered from a minor issue. Thus, he'll play his usual role on the right flank, with Nikolas Veratschnig waiting for an opportunity on the bench. The Frenchman has scored once and provided seven assists this season, although none of those contributions came in the last five matches.

MAY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late call Sunday Caci (ankle) is a late call for Sunday's clash with Frankfurt, coach Bo Henriksen said in the press conference. "It's not yet clear whether Anthony will be able to participate. We'...

Impact Caci will be a late decision for Sunday's game and is expected to be assessed after the final training session on Saturday after suffering from an ankle sprain in the last contest. Nikolas Veratschnig will likely replace him in the starting XI if he is unavailable.

MAY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ankle sprain confirmed Caci has been announced to have suffered an ankle sprain, according to his club.

Impact Caci has avoided any serious injury after his early exit from the club's last contest, as he was revealed to only be holding an ankle sprain after some testing. The good news is that this is minor, with the defender likely trying to train and return this week. He is a regular starter, so they will hope he is an option when facing Frankfurt on Sunday.

APRIL 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off injured Caci (undisclosed) was forced off with an apparent injury during the first half of Saturday's clash with Bayern.

Impact Caci picked up the injury during the first half of Saturday's clash with Bayern. The defender was replaced by Nikolas Veratschnig, who could get more playing time if the injury to Caci proves to be a serious one.

APRIL 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Creates six chances Saturday Caci recorded one shot (zero on goal), 11 crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Hoffenheim.

Impact Caci had a strong performance Saturday despite not recording a goal contribution. He set season highs in chances created (six) and crosses (11), however his teammates were wasteful in front of goal. He also took one off-target shot himself and took two corners. Caci has been an excellent creative force for Mainz all season, and Saturday marked arguably his best performance on that front.

APRIL 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Brace of assists Caci assisted twice to go with three shots (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus SC Freiburg.

Impact Caci recorded two assists in a single match for the first time this season, putting him at seven on the campaign, which surpasses his career high. He's started all 25 games played in the Bundesliga, scoring once while collecting 52 tackles, 100 crosses (30 accurate) and 37 chances created.

MARCH 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists and nearly scores Caci assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), seven crosses (three accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-0 victory over FC Heidenheim. In addition, he was given a...

Impact Caci was a force to be reckoned with on Sunday against Heidenheim. In 78 minutes played, the French international tallied one assist, nearly scored from his only shot of the match (which came from the edge of the box), made eight passes into the final third, and contributed defensively winning both of his tackles. Caci now has six goal contributions in 21 starts for Mainz this Bundesliga season, and has two in his last three matches. They will rely on him in attack again this Saturday when St. Pauli comes to town.

FEBRUARY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back from suspension Caci completed his one-game suspension for yellow cards accumulation and will be eligible to face Heidenheim on Sunday.

Impact Caci missed Saturday's 0-0 draw against Augsburg and is now available to play on Sunday. He is expected to return directly to the starting squad since he has been the starter on the right flank in every game possible this season.

FEBRUARY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Shown fifth yellow card Caci was shown his fifth yellow card of the season during Friday's 1-0 loss to Werder Bremen.

Impact Caci was shown the card in the 44th minute and will miss next week's match against Augsburg through suspension.

JANUARY 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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