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Available off bench Bell (knee) was an unused substitute in Thursday's 4-0 Conference League loss against Strasbourg, confirming his return to the matchday squad after missing several weeks.

Impact Bell had been back in team training since two weeks and his inclusion on the bench is a positive step toward reclaiming the starting role he held across seven consecutive appearances before the injury struck. The defender figures to ease back into the lineup gradually over the coming fixtures rather than being thrown straight back into the starting XI, but having him available again gives coach Urs Fischer a valuable defensive option to call upon as Mainz push through the final stretch of the Bundesliga season.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Partially training Bell (knee) has joined partial team training Monday, according to Allgemeine Zeitung.

Impact Bell was out at Monday's public session as the club starts to train again following the international break, as the defender was able to partially train with teammates before an individual program. This is progress in the right direction, although it is yet to be seen if he can play Saturday. He earned a string of seven straight starts before the injury, potentially returning to that spot again once fit.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Bell (knee) won't be an option for Sunday's game against Werder Bremen, according to manager Urs Fischer. "Bell won't be fit enough for Sunday. He only completed parts of the sessi...

Impact Bell will miss a fourth straight contest while navigating a knee issue, and while the defender is trending in the right direction, this game simply comes too soon for him. This means his next chance to play will come against Frankfurt on Sunday, March 22, before the international break.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Still questionable Sunday Bell (knee) is still battling a MCL injury and remains questionable for Sunday's clash against Bremen, according to coach Urs Fischer. "We'll see about Sunday. He has today and tom...

Impact Bell has missed the last three matches with a MCL injury and remains a question mark heading into Sunday's clash with Bremen. The defender is expected to train with the reserve squad while the senior team travels for the UEFA Conference League, and his availability for the weekend will depend on how his knee responds. Bell has been a regular starter in Mainz's back line, so if he needs more time to recover it would force a reshuffle in the starting XI, with Kacper Potulski or Danny da Costa emerging as possible options in the back three.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Trains, Saturday too early Bell (knee) is back in training but remains out another game, according to manager Urs Fischer. "Bello is back in training, but tomorrow's game is coming a bit too early for him to...

Impact Bell is seeing some major progress as he continues to train this week, having joined the team earlier in the week. This should leave the defender set up for a return by the end of the month, potentially next match when facing Werder Bremen on March 15. This would give them a regular starter back after only a few matches out, likely to return to that role once fit.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Training fully Bell (knee) is back in full team training, according to his club.

Impact Bell is looking to make a return to action this week, as he has seen a huge boost after training to start the week. With a few games missed due to the injury, this is huge news, typically a regular in the defense. He will look to return to that role immediately, with seven straight starts before the injury.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers MCL sprain Bell suffered a MCL sprain during Friday's 4-0 loss against Dortmund and will miss several weeks to recover, the club announced.

Impact Bell was forced off in the first half of Friday's loss to Dortmund after suffering an MCL sprain that will sideline him for several weeks. It is a significant setback for Mainz, as he is a locked-in starter along the backline and one of the defensive anchors in their setup. His absence will shake up the XI, with Kacper Potulski in line to step into a larger role until Bell is cleared to return.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury against Dortmund Bell was forced to exit due to an injury in the first half of Friday's clash against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Bell has been an ever-present member of his team's back line over the last six games and even scored two goals over that span, so losing him would be a serious problem for the squad if a serious injury is confirmed. His place in Friday's match was taken by Kacper Potulski, who could benefit from Bell's potential absence to see increased playing time.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

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

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

Contributes one assist Bell assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Bayern Munich.

Impact Bell provided his first assist of the season to teammate Lee Jae-Sung in Sunday's draw against Bayern Munich, helping his team secure a point while also recording a season-high eight clearances to repel opposition attacks. The central defender, who is not a guaranteed starter, has only started twice in his last six Bundesliga matches and has tallied 10 interceptions and 43 clearances in 11 Bundesliga appearances this season.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Signs contract extension until 2026 Bell has signed a contract extension with Mainz for one more season until 2026, the club announced. "Stefan is one of the faces of the club, especially the last few years of his ca...

Impact Bell has extended his contract with Mainz by one year and will stay with the club until 2026. He has made 307 competitive appearances for the team and played in 17 matches this season. Bell has been with Mainz since 2007, coming through their youth system.

MAY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Bell (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Bayern.

Impact Bell is back in the squad and will start Saturday's game on the bench after recovering from a thigh injury that sidelined him for the last three months. He is not expected to feature heavily right away as he continues to rebuild his fitness. The defender could see limited minutes if called upon during the match.

APRIL 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back available against Bayern Bell (thigh) is back available for Saturday's game against Bayern, coach Bo Henriksen said in the press conference.

Impact Bell is back in the squad and available for Saturday's game after recovering from a thigh injury that sidelined him for the last three months. That said, he is unlikely to be rushed back into the starting squad and is expected to build his fitness gradually.

APRIL 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming return in several weeks Bell (thigh) is hoping to make his return in two to three weeks, coach Bo Henriksen said in a press conference. "We still miss Bello. We hope he can return to the team in the next...

Impact Bell has been sidelined since late January due to a thigh injury and is hoping to return to the team in two to three weeks, provided everything goes as planned. Andreas Hanche-Olsen has seen increased playing time during his absence.

APRIL 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still injured Bell (thigh) is still injured and has been ruled out for Sunday's clash against Dortmund, coach Bo Henriksen confirmed in the press conference. "Bello remains injured."

Impact Bell has participated in some trainings in recent weeks, but the game on Sunday is likely too soon for him. He will be assessed at the start of next week to determine his availability for their next match against Kiel next Saturday.

MARCH 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Running again, return on horizon Bell (thigh) has been involved in individual training for the past few weeks and has begun to run, implying a return could be in the next few weeks, according to manager Bo Henriks...

Impact Bell looks to be in a decent spot after a break due to a thigh injury, as the defender has been included in some training. He was announced to be out for four to five weeks at the start of March, now approaching that timeline and hoping he can take the field as planned. That said, Sunday against Dortmund could be too soon, with their match against Kiel on April 5 more likely.

MARCH 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still not training with team Bell (thigh) is still not training with the team and will remain sidelined for the next few weeks, coach Bo Henriksen said in a press conference. "Bello is recovering. He is not tr...

Impact Bell remains sidelined from team training as he continues recovering from a thigh injury that has kept him out of the last three matches. He is expected to miss a few more weeks, with Andreas Hanche-Olsen likely benefiting from increased playing time in his absence.

FEBRUARY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out several weeks Bell (thigh) suffered an injury in Friday's 1-0 loss to Bremen and will be sidelined for several weeks, the club announced.

Impact Bell underwent exams on the thigh injury he sustained Friday which revealed an issue in the back of his right thigh. He is expected to miss a few weeks with no clear return date as his recovery will depend on individual progress. Maxim Leitsch is likely to see increased playing time until he comes back.

FEBRUARY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with thigh injury Bell was forced off in the second half of Friday's match against Werder Bremen due to a thigh injury.

Impact Bell left the match in the 56th minute succumbing to injury and being replaced by Maxim Leitsch. The extent of Bell's injury should be determined ahead of next week's clash against Augsburg.

JANUARY 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Another solid performance Bell had one tackle (one won), eight clearances and one interception in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Union Berlin. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 32nd minute.

Impact Bell recorded eight clearances as he continues to lead the back line for Mainz. He's collected a total of 70 clearances in the last 10 league matches, putting him at an average of about 6.3 per game.

JANUARY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Eight clearances Saturday Bell generated one tackle (zero won) and eight clearances in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Bochum.

Impact Bell stood strong in the defense Saturday as his team bagged a clean sheet, registering one tackle and eight clearances. This comes just after notching 14 clearances, seeing five or more in seven of his 11 appearances this season. He continues to see starting time, last missing a start on Oct. 25.

JANUARY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in Sunday's loss Bell assisted once to go with five clearances and one chance created in Sunday's 4-3 loss to Wolfsburg.

Impact Bell recorded his first goal contribution of the season Sunday as his headed pass in the 39th minute set up Jonathan Burkardt's goal. It was the only chance he created in the match. He also intercepted one pass and made five clearances as he played the full 90 minutes for the fifth straight match.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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