FSV Mainz 05 Team News Page 2 - Soccer

Paul Nebel - Tallies 17 crosses versus Wolfsburg Nebel had 17 crosses (three accurate) and 10 corners in Saturday's 3-1 victory over Wolfsburg.

Impact Nebel was heavily involved in a central midfield role while generating scoring chances through set pieces during the win. The 17 crosses set a new season-high mark for him, more than doubling his previous best. He'll continue to serve as an all-around asset in upcoming fixtures, though he may not be very impactful on the score sheet after failing to achieve a goal contribution in 13 straight games. He might also lose corner and free kick duties now that Nadiem Amiri is available.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Philipp Mwene - Records 25 minutes in win Mwene (groin) recorded one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 victory over Wolfsburg.

Impact Mwene returned earlier than expected from an adductor injury but was only fit enough for limited minutes in the weekend's clash. Considering that he was a regular starter before dealing with the issue, he could soon regain his spot on either flank of Mainz's 3-5-2 system. In that case, he'll be an option for crosses and perhaps a few defensive actions. He replaced Danny da Costa against Wolfsburg but may also threaten Silvan Widmer's time on the pitch.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Nadiem Amiri - Scores, assists off bench in win Amiri scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Wolfsburg.

Impact Amiri appeared as a second-half substitute in his return to action after dealing with an illness, and he extended the great run of form he was in before his absence by converting from penalty spot in the 83rd minute and setting up Phillip Tietz via corner kick cross in the 68th. The midfielder has notched four goals or assists across his last three outings, establishing himself as the team's offensive leader with eight direct contributions in the current campaign. His role as a set-piece taker should continue to guarantee him some upside, especially if he returns to the starting XI going forward.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Stefan Bell - Scores goal in victory Bell scored one goal to go with six shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Wolfsburg. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 92nd minu...

Impact Bell made a decisive impact on both boxes Saturday, as he recorded team-high tallies of six shots and nine clearances, and one of his attempts gave his team the lead in the 73rd minute of the match. Despite featuring as a center-back, Bell has found offensive production in recent weeks, registering two goals and one assist in five Bundesliga games since December. Additionally, he's averaging 10.0 clearances per contest during that period.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Daniel Batz - Beaten once against Wolfsburg Batz made one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Wolfsburg.

Impact Batz had a mediocre fantasy outing despite his team's victory, as he conceded on one of the two shots on target he faced. The lone save increased his total to 24 over seven matches played this season. He should continue to feature only if Robin Zentner (groin) remains sidelined, potentially getting another opportunity next Saturday in a difficult visit to RB Leipzig.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Arnaud Nordin - Ruled out Saturday Nordin (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg, coach Urs Fischer said in the press conference. "Arnaud won't play tomorrow, but should re-join us at the...

Impact Nordin is dealing with undisclosed issues and won't be an option for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg. The frenchman is expected to return next week to the squad if he can recover in time as expected. Nordin has been only a bench option for Mainz recently, therefore his absence doesn't impact the starting squad.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Nikolas Veratschnig - Still not available Veratschnig (undisclosed) is still not an option for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg, coach Urs Fischer said in the press conference. "Niki won't play tomorrow, but should re-jo...

Impact Veratschnig is expected to return to team training next week after missing the last game due to an undisclosed injury. The left midfielder is too short to return against Wolfsburg on Saturday but still close to make a comeback. Veratschnig started three of his last four appearances prior to his setback and will likely find back a similar role once available for Mainz. Kacper Potulski is expected to start against the wolves on Saturday.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Benedict Hollerbach - Back available Saturday Hollerbach (illness) is back available for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg, coach Urs Fischer said in the press conference. "Training has gone well this week. Benedict is back a...

Impact Hollerbach recovered from the illness that made him miss the last two games and is an option for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg. This is positive news for Mainz since they find back their starting striker who should start against the wolves on Saturday.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Nelson Weiper - Clears illness Weiper (illness) is back available for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg, coach Urs Fischer said in the press conference. "Training has gone well this week. Nelly is back and avai...

Impact Weiper recovered from the illness that made him miss the last two games and is an option for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg. This is good news for Mainz since he will be a good available option in the frontline, although he should claim back his bench role on Saturday.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Nadiem Amiri - Available against Wolfsburg Amiri (illness) is back available for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg, coach Urs Fischer said in the press conference. "Training has gone well this week. Nadiem is back and avai...

Impact Amiri recovered from the illness that made him miss the last game against Koln and is an option for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg. This is massive news for Mainz since he has been an undisputed starter for the club and the set-piece taker and he will likely reclaim his starting role on Saturday.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

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Stefan Posch - Heads to Mainz Posch has been acquired by Como from Bologna and loaned to Mainz for the remainder of the season.

Impact Posch has made 14 appearances so far but started just thrice, posting 11 crosses (three accurate), 12 tackles (three won) and 15 clearances, with one goal and no clean sheets. He'll look for a more consistent role in Germany, where he previously had an extended spell at Hoffenheim.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

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Danny da Costa - Records assist Da Costa assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to 1. FC Koln.

Impact Da Costa assures a fourth straight Bundesliga season with at least one assist, his latest effort that got Stefan Bell his first goal of the campaign. The former has 20 crosses (nine accurate) and eight chances created.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Stefan Bell - Scores goal Bell scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to 1. FC Koln.

Impact Even though defense has been a relative problem for Bell across the team's last five games, he has been excellent offensively, either scoring or assisting in two of his four appearances. The center-back will finish the 2025-26 Bundesliga with a goal and an assist, the first time he has logged both in a single season since the 2020-21 Bundesliga campaign. Mainz's last three games suggest Bell may be a full-time starter moving forward, meaning he can potentially score or assist in future matchups.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Daniel Batz - Concedes two goals Batz made four saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to 1. FC Koln. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 72nd minute.

Impact With zero clean sheets and multiple goals conceded across two of his last three appearances, Batz has left much to be desired to begin his 2026 calendar year. The goalkeeper will try to bounce back next Saturday against VfL Wolfsburg, provided Robin Zentner remains unavailable.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Nadiem Amiri - Dealing with illness Amiri is dealing with an illness and ruled out for Saturday's clash against Koln, the club announced.

Impact Amiri won't feature in Saturday's clash against Koln since he is suffering from an illness. The set-piece taker will hope to recover before next week's fixtures and his absence forces a change in the starting XI of Mainz, with Paul Nebel numerically taking his spot against the goats.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Silas Katompa Mvumpa - Starting with new club Silas (illness) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Koln.

Impact Silas starts during Saturday's clash after returning to training this week and being deemed fit to play. The midfielder makes his season debut following his move to Mainz after a difficult spell of non-use at Stuttgart. He now immediately takes on a role in the XI as he looks to establish himself within the squad.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Andreas Hanche-Olsen - 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.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Nikolas Veratschnig - Optimistic to play Wolfsburg Veratschnig (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's match against Koln, according to manager Urs Fischer. "Niki will not be available on Saturday. Against Wolfsburg, we are optimistic...

Impact Veratschnig went down with an injury Tuesday, and it is enough to keep him out again Saturday, with the defender already looking to their next match. That said, he is eyeing a return when facing Wolfsburg on Jan. 24, appearing to only be set for one game out with the injury. He has started in their past two games, so this will force a change, with Kacper Potulski likely to take his spot in the starting XI.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Nelson Weiper - Still ill Weiper (illness) is out for Saturday's match against Koln, according to manager Urs Fischer. "Nelly is not quite fit yet."

Impact Weiper is set to miss another match as he recovers from an illness, ruled out for the second straight game. It continues to be a minor absence for the club, with three starts in 13 appearances this season, having yet to earn a goal contribution.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Benedict Hollerbach - Not an option Hollerbach (illness) is out for Saturday's match against Koln, according to manager Urs Fischer. "Bene is not quite fit yet."

Impact Hollerbach was not in the call midweek due to an illness, and it meeting the same fate this weekend, as the forward is not fit enough to play. He will look to their next contest to make the callas the club continues without a regular starter, with Armindo Sieb likely to take his spot again.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Silas Katompa Mvumpa - Option for Saturday Silas (illness) is an option for Saturday's match against Koln, according to manager Urs Fischer.

Impact Silas was back in training this week and is taking another step towards his return, as the midfielder is deemed fit to play Saturday. This is huge news for the player, as he is looking for his season debut after the move to Mainz, having a tough spell of non-use at Stuttgart. He will then hope to build a role in the team, likely for a rotational spot to begin.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Lee Jae-sung - Notches assist Lee assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Tuesday's 2-1 victory against FC Heidenheim.

Impact Lee continued his solid stretch of play Tuesday, with the forward starting and playing the full 90, adding an assist in the 30th minute. This gives him his second assist in two games, accounting for his only assists all season. He also earned a goal just three games ago, with four goal contributions in 15 appearances this season.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Phillip Tietz - Earns assist Tietz assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Tuesday's 2-1 win against FC Heidenheim.

Impact Tietz would bag an assist just out of halftime Tuesday, finding Nadiem Amiri in the 49th minute for the eventual game winner. That said, this marks his first goal contribution since joining the club just two games ago. He had one goal in the first half of the season with Augsburg, looking to add to that tally now that he is in a starting role.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

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