Silvan Widmer - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Set to start at right-back Widmer has been named in Switzerland's World Cup squad and is expected to start at right-back under coach Murat Yakin, arriving at the tournament after a solid campaign with Mainz...

Impact Widmer contributed two goals and one assist alongside 40 tackles across 27 appearances this season, providing the attacking and defensive output expected of a modern full-back at the highest level. His ability to get forward and contribute in the final third while maintaining his defensive responsibilities makes him a well-rounded option on the right side of the Swiss backline, and his Bundesliga experience gives him the physical and tactical preparation needed to perform in a demanding tournament environment. Widmer is a reliable and experienced option for manager Murat Yakin on the right flank, bringing familiarity with the national team's system and the composure to deliver consistent performances under pressure.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Widmer assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 victory against FC St. Pauli.

Impact Widmer set up Phillipp Mwene's 40th minute goal after taking Phillip Tietz's layoff, exploding down the right flank at full speed and hitting the byline before cutting it back for a simple close-range finish. He added two tackles and three clearances to round out a solid all-around performance, continuing his steady impact this season. He now sits on two goals and one assist across 26 Bundesliga appearances, (21 starts), showing consistent minutes and reliable contributions.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension cleared Widmer is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Widmer has served his suspension due to yellow cards accumulation in the Bundesliga and is set to return in the next contest. The midfielder is an undisputed starter on the left flank for Mainz this season and will likely regain that role on Saturday against Leverkusen.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Widmer was shown his fifth yellow card of the season during Friday's 4-0 loss to Dortmund.

Impact Widmer was shown the card after just nine minutes and will miss next week's match against Hamburg through suspension. Phillipp Mwene, who replaced Widmer in the 61st minute, is an option to take a spot in next week's starting XI.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Nets opener Widmer scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Tuesday's 2-1 victory over FC Heidenheim. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 94th minute.

Impact Widmer would be the first player to score Tuesday, finding the back of the net in the 30th minute. This is his first goal in some time, with his last coming Nov. 1, only his second goal of the season. That said, he is yet to bag an assist despite being a regular on the flank.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in return Widmer scored and started during Thursday's 2-0 win over Samsunspor.

Impact Widmer returned from a calf injury that cost him about a week and got back on the pitch. He started Thursday and opened the scoring, a nice return for the left wing-back. Widmer could be rotated depending on his fitness for Sunday's clash with St. Pauli, the last match before the winter break.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Option for Conference League Widmer (calf) is an option for Thursday's match against Samsunspor, according to manager Urs Fischer. "It looks good that it is enough for appearances."

Impact Widmer was out for a game with a calf injury but is now in for a quick turnaround, as the midfielder has already been deemed fit for Thursday's contest. He has started in five of their past seven games, so this is good news for the club. That said, he will hope to return to his spot on he left immediately, although they may try to be more cautious.

DECEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Misses team sheet Widmer (calf) is out for Sunday's match against Bayern Munich.

Impact Widmer is leaving the club without their starting left midfielder for a tough match Saturday, as he has been ruled out with his calf injury. He will likely rest the injury during the winter break and not risk a further setback, although there is a slight chance he features in the next contest against St. Pauli on Dec. 21.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still waiting assessment Widmer (calf) is a late call for Sunday's match against Bayern Munich as he awaits testing on a calf injury, according to manager Urs Fischer. "We're waiting for further examinati...

Impact Widmer picked up a calf injury in Thursday's Conference League match and is now awaiting testing to decide the extent of the injury. This will decide if he is an option for Sunday, appearing to be more likely to miss out with the quick turnaround. He is a starter, so this could force a change for the club, with Nikolas Veratschnig, Sota Kawasaki and Arnaud Nordin as possible replacements on the flank.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers apparent calf injury Widmer was forced off in the 27th minute of Thursday's 1-1 draw against Lech in the Conference League, due to an apparent calf injury, according to BILD.

Impact Widmer suffered an apparent calf injury and was forced off early in Thursday's Conference League clash. The midfielder will be assessed in the coming hours, but he is already a doubt for Sunday's clash against Bayern. This is bad news for Mainz, since he was expected to be an important player under new coach Urs Fischer, and if he has to miss some time, a change in the starting XI will be required, with Danny da Costa likely starting on the right flank while he is out.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Opens the scoring Saturday Widmer scored a goal while taking three shots (two on goal) and crossing twice inaccurately during Saturday's match against Werder Bremen.

Impact Widmer opened the scoring in the 36th minute and led Mainz in shots as of his substitution in the 77th minute. The goal was the first goal involvement this season for Wimder as he's started back-to-back matches combining for four shots and four crosses over that stretch.

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 63 minutes Monday Widmer (undisclosed) featured 63 minutes in Monday's 0-0 draw against Slovenia, confirming he is fully fit moving forward.

Impact Widmer suffered an apparent injury against Sweden on Friday but it turned out to be very minor as he was already back on the pitch on Monday and played 63 minutes for the Nati. This is good news for Mainz since he is available again as a midfield option for upcoming fixtures. That said, Widmer will likely remain a bench option for the club moving forward.

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury during break Widmer (undisclosed) suffered an apparent injury and was forced off in the 74th minute of Friday's 2-0 win against Sweden, according to Basel Jetzt.

Impact Widmer is a doubt for the remaining time of international duty with Switzerland after the right-back suffered an apparent injury in Friday's win against Sweden. The defender will likely be assessed in the coming hours to determine if he can feature on Monday against Slovenia or if he will head back to Mainz early. That said, if Widmer had to miss some time, his absence won't affect the starting squad of M05 since he has been a bench option in all of his appearances except one this season in the Bundesliga and remained an unused substitute in the last game.

OCTOBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Breaks up play in loss Widmer registered two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Widmer led the Mainz defensive effort Saturday with five tackles (three won) and made four clearances as he patrolled the midfield in a 2-0 loss to Borussia Dortmund. The 90-minute appearance marked the midfielder's fourth appearance (first start) of the season. Widmer made just three starts across 27 appearances for Mainz during the 2024/2025 Bundesliga season.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful again Widmer (undisclosed) is doubtful again for Saturday's clash against Dortmund, coach Bo Henriksen said in the press conference.

Impact Widmer is a late call once again for Saturday's clash against Dortmund as he seems to be struggling to keep himself fit in this first stretch of the season. The midfielder featured off bench last time out against Augsburg and will likely keep that role moving forward this season.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Widmer (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Augsburg.

Impact Widmer was dealing with an undisclosed injury and has passed a late fitness test to make the squad for Saturday's clash against Augsburg. That said, the midfielder has been a bench option only so far this season and will hold that role moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late call against Augsburg Widmer (undisclosed) is a late call for Saturday's clash against Augsburg, coach Bo Henriksen said in the press conference. "We will wait and see how Widmer is tomorrow."

Impact Widmer is dealing with an undisclosed injury and will have to pass a late fitness test to make the squad for Saturday's clash against Augsburg. That said, the midfielder is only a bench option this season, therefore if he has to miss the game, his absence wouldn't impact the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Roles crumbles Widmer made just three starts (27 appearances) in the Bundesliga, assisting once.

Impact Widmer's days as a starter in Mainz are well-and-truly behind him. The wing-back hardly played this season and in the minutes he did play he did little to suggest he deserves more minutes. Widmer has one more year left on his contract and isn't likely to play his way into a bigger role.

MAY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

On bench after training Widmer (calf) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Bochum.

Impact Widmer is returning to the team sheet as anticipated Saturday, as he did fully train with the team this week. He holds more of a rotational role, only starting in one of his 12 appearances, so he will likely continue in a bench role.

JANUARY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fully trains with team Widmer (calf) has fully returned to team training and could be available for Saturday's game against Bochum, coach Bo Henriksen confirmed in a press conference. "Silvan has complet...

Impact Widmer has primarily been used off the bench this season, registering one assist and contributing 10 clearances. However, his return provides additional depth to the midfield options.

JANUARY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not seen in training Thursday Widmer was not present in Thursday's training session due to a calf injury.

Impact Widmer is rehabbing from a calf injury, but his absence from training roughly one week before the Bundesliga season returns isn't a good omen for his availability. The next few days will be key to determining whether Widmer will be available to play vs. Bochum on Jan. 11 or if he'll have to spend more time on the sidelines.

JANUARY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Creates assist for late equalizer Widmer assisted once and created a chance in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus VfB Stuttgart. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 79th minute.

Impact Widmer appeared after 73 minutes Saturday for Anthony Caci. He made little impact on the game until the 94th minute when he provided the assist for Max Leitsch's equalizer to earn his team a point from the match. It was the Swiss international's first appearance of the season, he is not a usual starter but is often called from the bench. Last season he scored once and created three assists from 20 appearances.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Widmer had an assist with his lone chance created while blocking two shots and making three clearances during Friday's 2-1 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Widmer set up Dominik Kohr in the seventh minute while leading Mainz with two blocks in the match. The goal involvement was the first in Widmer's last four matches as he returned on Friday from an illness which has kept him out of Mainz's previous two league fixtures.

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Training Wednesday Widmer (illness) took part in training Wednesday, Allgemeine Zeitung reports.

Impact Widmer was active in training despite missing Sunday's clash with Stuttgart due to the flu. The midfielder is back in contention and should be straight into the starting XI for Saturday's match with Augsburg.

FEBRUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Widmer is not in the squad to face Stuttgart on Sunday due to illness.

Impact Widmer misses out entirely on Sunday's squad after starting in four of Mainz's past five league matches. Jessic Ngankam draws the start in Widmer's absence.

FEBRUARY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

SILVAN WIDMER NEWS

NEWS

BIO

STATS

VIDEOS

GAME LOG