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Returns to bench Nebel (groin) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Schalke.

Impact Nebel returns to the squad after a groin injury kept him sidelined since the beginning of the campaign. The midfielder resumed team training before the Bayer Leverkusen match but needed additional time to rebuild his fitness. He could now make his first Bundesliga appearance of the season as a substitute. A bench role allows Mainz to ease him back into competitive action following his lengthy absence.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Back in contention for Saturday Nebel (groin) is available for selection against Schalke 04 on Saturday after recovering from his injury, according to coach Urs Fischer. "Zentner, Kohr, Ruoppi and Silas will be m...

Impact Nebel is closing in on his first Bundesliga appearance of the season after recovering from a groin injury that has kept him sidelined since the beginning of the campaign. The midfielder recently resumed team training but was left out of the squad against Bayer Leverkusen as he continued rebuilding his fitness. Manager Urs Fischer had previously expressed satisfaction with his progress, and his latest comments confirm that Nebel is now available for selection. He could initially be eased back into action from the bench after his lengthy absence.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Misses call Saturday Nebel (groin) is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Leverkusen.

Impact Nebel will have to wait for his season debut despite returning to team training this week. The midfielder made a positive impression on coach Urs Fischer, but his inclusion remained uncertain given his limited time back with the group. He will look to build his readiness in training before returning to competitive action.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Saturday Nebel (groin) is a late call for Saturday's match against Leverkusen, according to manager Urs Fischer. "Paul has returned to team training this week and has left a good impression...

Impact Nebel is still looking to need a bit more testing before taking the field Saturday, as the midfielder is still deemed a late call. This comes as the midfielder awaits his season debut due to a groin issue, likely not wanting to risk anything after the time he has already missed. If he were to be fit, they would likely cautiously give him time, beginning on the bench and not the starting XI.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available Saturday Nebel (adductor) fully rejoined team training Tuesday and completed the entire session as he closes in on his season debut, according to Allgemeine Zeitung.

Impact Nebel has cleared a major hurdle in his recovery after spending more than two months sidelined with the adductor injury he suffered in early August. The attacking midfielder had been limited to individual work but came through Tuesday's full session and reportedly made a strong impression, putting a potential squad return against Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday firmly on the table. After such a lengthy layoff, his role and potential workload remain uncertain and should become clearer as the training week progresses.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Saturday Nebel (adductor) will remain unavailable for Saturday's clash against Monchengladbach, according to coach Urs Fischer. "Kohr, Silas, Nebel and Widmer will also not be part of the s...

Impact Nebel continues to make progress in his recovery from an adductor injury but isn't yet ready for competitive action. The midfielder has yet to return fully to team training and will remain sidelined through the international break. He's expected to return to contention following the break, though he'll first need to complete his reintegration into team training before making his competitive return.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Making progress in recovery Nebel (adductor) is making progress in his recovery, with Mainz hoping he can partially return to team training before the international break, according to coach Urs Fischer. "He...

Impact Nebel remains some distance from a competitive return as his next step will be a partial reintegration into team training. Manager Urs Fischer is hopeful that can happen before the international break but declined to provide a firm timeline, leaving the midfielder's availability for the Sept. 19 trip to Borussia Monchengladbach uncertain. Nebel will first need to resume work with the group before a potential return to the matchday squad can be considered.

SEPTEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Still out, likely weeks away Nebel (groin) remains out and is likely still weeks away from a return, according to coach Urs Fischer. "Nebel is still unavailable."

Impact Nebel has been sidelined with an adductor injury suffered during Mainz's preseason training camp, an issue that already cost him the Bundesliga opener against Paderborn. Lee Jae-Sung should continue to see an increased role in midfield until Nebel is cleared to rejoin the squad, with his extended timeline continuing to be monitored as Mainz's season progresses.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Still unavailable Nebel (adductor) will remain sidelined for Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Paderborn as he continues his recovery, according to coach Urs Fischer. "Nebel remains unavailable."

Impact Nebel remains sidelined with the adductor injury he suffered during Mainz's preseason training camp and will miss Saturday's Bundesliga opener against Paderborn. The midfielder was initially expected to be unavailable for several weeks, and manager Urs Fischer's latest update confirms he is not yet ready to return. Jaesung Lee should continue to see an increased role in midfield until Nebel is cleared to rejoin the squad.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined with adductor injury Nebel suffered an adductor injury during the final training session of the club's camp in Hopfgarten, Austria last Tuesday, the club announced.

Impact Nebel will be unavailable for the coming weeks after imaging tests confirmed the injury upon the team's return to Mainz, with no precise recovery timeline established given his absence depends on his individual healing process. Jaesung Lee is expected to step into a midfield role in his absence, and Nebel is expected to be reassessed as his recovery progresses.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

Facing groin issue Nebel left Tuesday's training session early after grabbing his groin following a shot on goal, according to Allgemeine Zeitung.

Impact Nebel was initially treated in the medical tent near the training pitch before boarding the team bus without any apparent discomfort. It remains unclear whether the issue is a simple adductor strain or something more serious. He is expected to miss Saturday's friendly against Paris FC as a result. Nebel is expected to undergo further evaluation as his status becomes clearer.

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up lone Mainz goal Nebel had an assist while taking an off target shot, crossing once accurately, creating two chances and making three tackles (winning one) during Sunday's 3-1 loss to Union Berlin.

Impact Nebel set up Sheraldo Becker in the 48th minute assisting Mainz's lone goal while leading the team in tackles. The assist was the first since February for Nebel as he's combined for two goal involvements, three shots, four chances created and nine tackles over his last three starts.

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots, one goal Nebel scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-3 loss to Bayern Munich.

Impact Nebel ended a four-game skid without a goal contribution Saturday, as the midfielder stepped up for a goal in the 29th minute. This is a fourth goal of the season for him, all of which have come since the start of March. He also has 1 assist as he closes in on 2,000 minutes played this campaign.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 25 • Associated Press

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

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

Nets brace Nebel scored two goals to go with three shots (two on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Nebel did everything to earn all three points against Frankfurt. He netted both goals, sent in five crosses and nearly had an assist. The attacking midfielder has been excellent in Mainz and continues to draw attention from elsewhere in the Bundesliga. With this sort of offensive output Nebel has made himself a crucial part of the attack.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Opens the scoring early Nebel scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing seven times inaccurately, creating three chances and making three tackles (winning two) during Sunday's 2-0 win over Werder Br...

Impact Nebel opened the scoring after just five minutes while leading Mainz in crosses, chances created and tackles during the win. The goal was the first since September for the midfielder as he's combined for two goal involvements, four shots, eight chances created and 17 crosses over his last three appearances.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Gets assist Nebel assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact The midfielder provided plenty of good service and was rewarded with an assist, though the match ultimately resulted in a draw. Nebel has a somewhat decent matchup leading Mainz's attack against Stuttgart, a team which has let in 32 goals in domestic play this season.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

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

Clears ban Nebel is no longer suspended and is an option for the club moving forward.

Impact Nebel had to sit out two games due to a ban, but is now set for his return, with the midfielder having served the ban. He has yet to miss a start all season when an option, so he will likely return to a starting role immediately, clearing up some of their injury issues in the midfield.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

First half red card Nebel was shown a red card in the 28th minute of Sunday's match against Frieburg.

Impact Nebel would be shown his marching orders in the first half of Sunday's outing, with the midfielder picking up a straight red card. It will be reviewed, but he will miss at least one match against Gladbach on Dec. 5, returning to face Bayern Munich on Dec. 14. He is a starter, so this will force a change, with Nadiem Amiri likely to claim that spot back after his suspension.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots, none on target Nebel generated three shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Nebel tied his season high with three shots in the match. However, he is now up to seven consecutive appearances without a shot on target. Moreover, this was the second time in three outings that he accounted for two chances created and at least 30 completed passes.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in seven crosses Nebel generated one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Borussia Dortmund. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...

Impact Nebel led the Mainz attacking effort Saturday in cross attempts (seven, two accurate) and corners (six) but was unable to find the unlocking pass in a 2-0 defeat to Borussia Dortmund. After serving a two-match ban due to a red card, the midfielder has attempted 12 corners and 11 crosses (three accurate) while creating three chances across two appearances (two starts).

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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