SILVAN WIDMER NEWS

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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • ROTOWIRE

Nets equalizing goal Widmer scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), eight crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Wolfsburg. In addition, he was given a...

Impact Widmer was Mainz's savior Saturday, netting a goal in the 61st minute off of a Phillipp Mwene assist to equalize the match and give the club a point. This was only the first goal Widmer has scored this season, however, he has only played in five contests all season due to injuries. He will hope to avoid the injury bug moving forward, as he has started in all five matches he has been healthy for, notching six chances created, 10 tackles and 15 crosses to go along with his one goal across those appearances.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses in draw Widmer registered four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus 1. FC Koln. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 87th minute.

Impact Widmer was decent on both sides of the ball Sunday, notching four crosses and one chance created in the attack to go along with four tackles in the defense. The midfielder has now started the past three matches after finally recovering from multiple injuries that left him out for the first 11 matches of the campaign, as he looks to be a regular starter once more following a season where he started 19 times.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available as substitute Widmer (foot) will be in the match-day squad against Gladbach on Friday.

Impact Widmer could log his first minutes of the season if he gets into the match after having been out long-term due to his foot problem. Once back to full fitness, the midfielder should be in contention for a spot in the starting XI, though he is far from a lock on a weekly basis.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In contention Friday Widmer (foot) has resumed full training and could be available versus Monchengladbach on Friday. Manager Bo Svensson told reporters, "Silvan is back and was able to train fully thi...

Impact Widmer looks close to returning to the squad for the first time this season after a full week of training. Given his extended layoff, the midfielder likely will see some minutes off the bench but should eventually claim a spot in the starting XI considering he featured in 19 of his 26 outings for the club last season.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trains for first time Widmer (foot) took part in training ahead of Saturday's match against Leverkusen.

Impact Widmer returned to the training pitch for the first time this season after undergoing heel surgery during the off-season. The midfielder will look to make his return soon after missing the first couple of matches of the year with a foot injury. He will most likely get his first chance at minutes on the field after the international break, as they don't want to rush him back into action too soon.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected for season start Widmer (ankle) is not expecting to return for the opening of the 2023-24 Bundesliga, he told Bild Monday.

Impact Widmer isn't expected to make it back for the opening of the Bundesliga after suffering an ankle ligament injury and a foot surgery. The midfielder would be a major loss to open the season, but would likely return to the starting XI when fully fit.

JULY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes minor heel surgery Widmer underwent minor surgery on his left heel while also being sidelined for an ankle injury suffered on April 30.

Impact Widmer's season is in doubt after undergoing surgery on his left heel from a long-term problem. He is also nursing an injured ankle, therefore the midfielder's season could be likely done if he doesn't recover within the next few weeks. If this is the end of his campaign, he would have totaled 19 starts in 26 appearances, recording two goals, two assists, 32 crosses (five accurate), 31 interceptions and 26 tackles (17 won).

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ankle injury confirmed Widmer is set to miss "the coming weeks" with an ankle injury he suffered in the loss to Wolfsburg last weekend, Mainz announced Monday. He will not have to undergo surgery.

Impact Widmer has been in good form recently with two assists from six chances created across his last five Bundesliga games, all starts at right wing-back. But he's now expected to miss at least a few games while recovering from this ankle injury, with Danny da Costa likely to replace him in the XI.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stretchered off against Wolfsburg Widmer was subbed out of Sunday's match against VfL Wolfsburg in the 65th minute after suffering an injury.

Impact Widmer has started five consecutive Bundesliga games for Mainz, but he was forced out of Sunday's match in the second half due to an injury with Danny da Costa replacing him at right wing-back.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in draw Widmer assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus 1. FC Koln.

Impact Widmer set up Ludovic Ajorque in the 17th minute of the match. He also made two clearances, one tackle and one interception. He was replaced by Danny da Costa in the 90th minute. He has also recorded two assists in his last two games. He will be expected to lead the team versus Bayern Munich next week.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Widmer assisted once to go with four crosses (two accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Werder Bremen.

Impact Widmer logged the assist during his second start since February. After operating as a reserve option both February and March, he was part of FSV Mainz 05's starting XI across the team's first two games across April. Widmer played well both matchups, boding well for his chances to continue operating as a starting option moving forward.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to bench role Widmer returned from his thigh injury and has starting off the bench in the last five matches.

Impact Widmer has struggled to make the starting XI since his thigh injury in February. Danny da Costa was only supposed to be a fill in for him, but with an assist, 33 crosses (five accurate) and 11 clearances in the last seven matches, he has taken over the right midfielder role over Widmer. The Swiss international will have to work extra hard if he wants to win back his starting role, otherwise he will be limited to just a bench role moving forward.

MARCH 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Leverkusen Widmer (thigh) is an option for Sunday's clash with Leverkusen, manager Bo Svensson announced.

Impact Widmer was able to participate in team training throughout the week and is now an option to return to the starting XI. The midfielder could return straight to the starting XI, though if he's deemed not ready for a start Danny Da Costa could continue in the starting role.

FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to team training Widmer (thigh) returned to team training Wednesday, kicker.de reports.

Impact Widmer made his way back to team training, a good sign for the midfielder who was ruled out against Augsburg. Widmer could return as soon as a Sunday clash with Leverkusen, where he would likely be straight back in the starting XI.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in squad to face Leverkusen Widmer is not in the match day squad to face Augsburg on Saturday.

Impact Widmer remains out with a thigh injury suffered at the start of the month. The midfielder will hope to return in time for next weekend's match against Leverkusen.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to train Friday Widmer (thigh) is scheduled to return to training Friday in the lead-up to Saturday's clash with FC Augsburg.

Impact Widmer missed the loss to Union Berlin on Saturday after suffering a thigh injury in the DFB Pokal Cup against Bayern Munich on Feb 1. He does not have much time to recover before Saturday's game with FC Augsburg, with a chance of being left out of the match-day squad. Danny da Costa will likely start if Widmer doesn't meet game-day fitness.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Widmer has been ruled out for Saturday's clash with Union Berlin due to a thigh injury, manager Bo Svensson announced.

Impact Widmer will miss Saturday's clash a major loss for the Mainz starting XI, who will likely turn to Danny da Costa to replace the wing-back. Widmer is a nailed-on starter when fully fit and despite poor production in the first half of the season remains the top offensive threat out wide.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off holding thigh Widmer (thigh) came off with an apparent thigh injury during Wednesday's DFB Pokal clash with Bayern Munich.

Impact Widmer came off with a thigh injury and was in obvious discomfort during the first half. Danny Da Costa was brought on to replace Widmer and would likely see a more consistent role in the starting XI if Widmer's injury proves to be serious.

FEBRUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win over Bochum Widmer scored a goal off his lone shot during Saturday's 5-2 win over Bochum.

Impact Widmer made a surprising appearance at the middle of the opposition's box to slot the ball home and double his side's lead in the 17th minute after the defense failed to clear the ball. This was the second goal of the season for the full-back and he'll hope this is a sign of better things to come on the attacking ed for the upcoming games.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

World Cup done Widmer missed Tuesday's 6-1 loss to Portugal in the Round of 16 due to illness.

Impact Widmer recorded one assist in three appearances during the tournament before getting caught up in the sickness that dented a good portion of the best Swiss lineup. He'll now return to his club and has until mid-January to keep up his fitness before the Bundesliga resumes in 2023. With one goal in 13 appearances (11 starts) for Mainz before the World Cup, he'll look to keep the team well out of the danger of relegation.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Widmer will not be available versus Portugal on Tuesday due to illness, per Valentin Schnorhk of LeMatin.ch.

Impact Widmer started all three group-stage contests in which he recorded one assist, two crosses (two accurate) and 10 tackles (six won). With Widmer sidelined, Edimilson Fernandes will make his first appearance in the starting XI at the 2022 World Cup.

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE