FSV Mainz 05 Team News Page 4 - Soccer

Anthony Caci - 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

Paul Nebel - Struggles in service Nebel registered eight crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus SC Freiburg.

Impact While Nebel did put in eight crosses and three corner kicks, only one of those crosses was deemed to be accurate. That wasn't going to cut it, even against a poor defensive team in Freiburg. Nebel will need to do better to take advantage of another favorable matchup, as Monchengladbach have conceded 49 goals in 29 league games.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

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Daniel Batz - Concedes game's only goal Batz recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus SC Freiburg.

Impact Batz gave up the only goal of the contest, and he didn't face too much firepower so it wasn't like his efforts prevented the scoreline from being much worse. The goalkeeper has a more favorable matchup coming up against Mochengladbach, a team which has only scored 35 goals in 29 Bundesliga games.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

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Nadiem Amiri - Missing out Amiri (heel) is out for Sunday's match against Freiburg.

Impact Amiri was a late call for Sunday and appears to have failed his testing, as the midfielder has been left off the team sheet. This continues a five-game skid as he will now look to return next match, a regular starter this season when on the field, notching 10 goals thus far.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

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Robin Zentner - Still out Zentner (groin) is out for Sunday's match against Freiburg, according to manager Urs Fischer. "He was able to participate in the player set training again today, but it is not yet...

Impact Zentner is nearing a return and continuing to train, but is not yet an option, another game out for the keeper as his absence extends back to Nov. 21. This leaves his return up in the air moving forward, seemingly ready to make a return in any coming week if his health permits it.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Nadiem Amiri - Late call for Sunday Amiri (heel) is a late call for Sunday's match against Freiburg, according to manager Urs Fischer. "Nadiem looked good today. Now we need to see how his body reacts and then decide...

Impact Amiri is still recovering from his injury and will now be a late call after missing out Thursday, uncertain for Sunday. The club will monitor him closely, as he is a starter when fit, notching 10 goals and two assists in 20 appearances (19 starts) this season. He has missed the past five games, a rough absence, especially with UEL play currently taking place.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Lee Jae-sung - Set to miss three weeks Lee was diagnosed with a small toe fracture and is expected to miss around three weeks, according to sporting director Niko Bungert, per Allgemeinen Zeitung. "He has suffered a sma...

Impact Lee had already missed the Conference League quarterfinal first leg against Strasbourg before the diagnosis was confirmed, and his absence is a significant blow for Mainz heading into the final stretch of the season. The South Korean has been one of their most important midfield pieces this campaign, and coach Urs Fischer acknowledged the mounting injury frustration, noting the team seems cursed with absences right now. Sota Kawasaki and William Boving are the most likely candidates to absorb larger roles in the midfield until Lee and Nadiem Amiri (heel) are back up to speed.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Maxim Leitsch - Suffers thigh injury Leitsch was not an option for Thursday's UEFA Conference League matchup versus Strasbourg while dealing with a muscular problem in the left thigh, according to the club.

Impact Leitsch will be questionable for upcoming clashes, but he could be expected to see limited involvement considering that he hasn't played in an official game since December. Although his recovery timeline is still unclear, the defender has already struggled with muscle issues during the current campaign, so his condition will be a major concern going forward. In any case, all of Stefan Posch, Dominik Kohr and Danny da Costa will likely stay active at center-back in the short term.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Lee Jae-sung - Absent due to toe injury Lee was excluded from the squad to face Strasbourg in Conference League action after missing Wednesday's training session because of a toe injury, the team reported Thursday.

Impact Lee could be at serious risk of seeing his 24-game starting streak in league play come to an end, although the full severity of his issue is unknown. This loss reduces the team's offensive midfield power, with the South Korean's six Bundesliga direct contributions currently ranking second on the squad. Sota Kawasaki might play a bigger role for as long as the key starter remains out.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Nadiem Amiri - Not in squad Thursday Amiri (heel) is not in the squad for Thursday's Conference League match against Strasbourg.

Impact Amiri won't be an option for Mainz in this game, despite having an outside chance of being part of the squad. This means he'll target a return to the side ahead of facing Freiburg on Sunday.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Anthony Caci - 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

Andreas Hanche-Olsen - Trains in full Hanche-Olsen (strain) was back in full training ahead of Thursday's match against Strasbourg, according to Allgemeine Zeitung.

Impact Hanche-Olsen is finally back in training this week as he continues to progress from injury, with the defender in full participation and looking to be an option again. This is massive news for the defender, as he last played in December. However, it leaves his role a bit in the air, earning more of a rotational role when fit.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Zentner - Near return Zentner (groin) was spotted in training Wednesday and appears close to a return, the club posted.

Impact Zentner was spotted in training Wednesday and could be nearing a return after a four-month absence due to injury. The goalkeeper was an undisputed starter prior to the setback and is likely to reclaim the No. 1 role from Daniel Batz once fully fit.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Nadiem Amiri - Could feature Thursday Amiri (heel) trained with the team Wednesday and could be an option for Thursday's Conference League first leg against Strasbourg, the club posted.

Impact Amiri was spotted in training Wednesday and could be an option for Thursday's Conference League first leg against Strasbourg after missing the last five matches with a heel injury. The midfielder remains an undisputed starter when fit, and his potential return would provide a significant boost ahead of upcoming fixtures, with Paul Nebel likely to see reduced minutes.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Daniel Batz - Four saves for win Batz had four saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Batz stopped four of the five shots he faced during Saturday's win. The goalkeeper was excellent, standing tall on some big chances and coming away with huge saves. He has some more tough matches on the horizon, but he's off to a great start coming out of the break.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Paul Nebel - Three shots in win Nebel generated three shots (zero on goal), eight crosses (three accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 win against Hoffenheim.

Impact Nebel took three shots and sent in eight crosses during Saturday's win, a nice showing even with no goal contributions. The midfielder was a constant danger throughout the match and continues to be an offensive dynamo in attacking midfield. He will hope to build on this as Mainz look to finish the Bundesliga strong.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Philipp Mwene - Assists in win Mwene assisted once to go with five crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Mwene got back in the goals in the first match back from the break. He created a pair of chances and added an assist during the win. It was an excellent performance during the clash and he could have had even more assists. Mwene should continue to play a big role in the Bundesliga run in.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Phillip Tietz - Nets brace Tietz scored two goals to go with four shots (four on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Tietz was at the heart of everything during Saturday's win, scoring both goals during the narrow win. He was exceptional throughout and his volume in particular was dangerous as he sent four shots in on goal. Tietz will hope to build on this scorching form in the closing stages of the campaign.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 5 • YOUTUBE

Nadiem Amiri - Out against Hoffenheim Amiri (heel) remains out for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim, according to coach Urs Fischer. "If the player simply isn't ready yet, then he isn't ready. It's important to give...

Impact Amiri is unavailable for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim as he continues to miss team training, delaying his return. The midfielder has been dealing with the issue for several weeks, and the staff is expected to remain cautious given his importance on set pieces and as a key piece in midfield. Paul Nebel should continue in the starting role while Amiri focuses on his recovery.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Nadiem Amiri - Unlikely against Hoffenheim Amiri (heel) was absent from Wednesday's open training session and is unlikely to be fit in time for Saturday's clash against former club Hoffenheim, according to Allgemeine Zeitun...

Impact Amiri had expressed hope of returning after the international break, but missing Wednesday's session with the group makes that increasingly unlikely with the weekend fixture approaching fast. The German international has been managing the heel issue for several weeks now, and the staff will not want to rush him back before he is fully ready given how important he is to the team's set piece delivery and midfield engine. Paul Nebel is expected to hold onto the starting role for another week at least while Amiri continues his recovery.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Andreas Hanche-Olsen - Still working for return Hanche-Olsen (strain) is back in partial training, according to Allgemeine Zeitung.

Impact Hanche-Olsen is finally seeing further progress from injury after a false alarm of a potential return a few weeks ago, with the defender partially training Monday before doing an individual program. Unfortunately, this is probably still not enough for his return, continuing a long absence. He has yet to play in the new year, leaving his club without a potential defensive option.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

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