STEFAN BELL NEWS

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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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

Defensively excellent in start Bell generated one tackle (zero won), 10 clearances and five interceptions in Sunday's 0-0 draw against SC Freiburg. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 70th minute.

Impact Bell easily led Mainz in clearances and interceptions, making a significant impact in his first start since Aug. 31. Ideally for him, his latest appearance pushes Mainz's head coach to start the center-back moving forward, considering his only other appearance since August was a 58-minute game on Sept. 28.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes six clearances as sub Bell registered two shots (one on goal) and six clearances in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Union Berlin.

Impact Bell subbed on in the 31st minute for the injured Maxim Leitsch and made the second-most clearances for Mainz. The centerback missed most of last season with a heart condition and only made 10 appearances (eight starts). He will likely get the nod while the starter is not cleared to return.

AUGUST 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 45 Saturday Bell (infection) appeared for 45 minutes in Saturday's friendly.

Impact Bell missed out on almost 75 percent of last season after picking up an infection he could not kick. However, he has now returned to play in a friendly, getting 45 minutes off the bench. He was a starter at the beginning of the last campaign and seems likely to claim that role again now that he is fit.

JULY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for season Bell (heart) will miss the remainder of the 2023/24 season, according to manager Bo Henriksen.

Impact Bell is done for the season after being diagnosed with myocarditis. The defender has no timeline for his return and will be working on getting back to some sort of fitness during the off season. Bell's status for the 2024/25 season is uncertain.

MARCH 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid during 2022-23 season Bell logged 131 clearances, 43 interceptions and 15 blocks across his 30 appearances during FSV Mainz 05's 2022-23 season.

Impact Despite attempting fewer tackles during the 2022-23 Bundesliga compared to his previous season, Bell did log more clearances and interceptions, along with the same number of blocks, across fewer appearances. Though that did not yield to clean-sheet success or any goal-contributing form, FSV Mainz 05 recorded another mid-table finish with his help. A steady hand since joining the team many seasons ago, not much is expected to change during its 2023-24 season.

JUNE 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records six clearances Bell registered three tackles (three won), six clearances and three interceptions in Saturday's 3-0 victory over RB Leipzig.

Impact Bell averaged six clearances across FSV Mainz 05's five games between Feb. 24 and April 1. The team proved to be successful defensively across that span, earning three clean sheets.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Bell is eligible to return from suspension for Wednesday's clash with Dortmund.

Impact Bell served a one-match ban in the first match back from the World Cup and is now eligible to return. The defender actually fell out of the starting XI leading up to the World Cup break, so there's no guarantee he's straight back in the starting XI.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Traveling to Marbella Bell (strain) is available for Mainz's January training camp, the club announced Tuesday.

Impact Bell is traveling to the Mainz training camp in Marbella. The defender picked up a muscular issue during Winter training but is now set for a return. The defender made 13 appearances (nine starts) before the World Cup break, but had largely fallen out of favor with Alexander Hack taking a starting role in the final matches.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up muscle tear Bell has picked up a muscle tear during Winter training, Allgemeine Zeitung reports.

Impact Bell is dealing with a muscle tear that has knocked him out of Winter training. The defender is expected to be fit when the Bundesliga resumes, Jan. 21 against Stuttgart. Alexander Hack would return to the starting XI if Bell misses any matches.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

New starting role? Bell had three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw to Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Bell took over from the out of form Alexander Hack, as expected, and played the full 90 in the finale of the first half. The defender seems set for a guaranteed starting role moving forward, a role he had taken to open the Bundesliga as well.

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return Bell (illness) is expected to return for Friday's clash with Koln, according to manager Bo Svensson.

Impact Bell is expected to come right back into the starting XI after missing a clash with Bremen through illness. The defender is a nailed-on starter when fit and has consistently filled the stat sheet for a solid Mainz defense. The defender has made 12 tackles and 21 interceptions in nine appearances (eight starts)

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Bell is not in the match day squad to face Werder Bremen on Saturday due to illness.

Impact Bell misses out on the trip to Bremen after coming down with a cold in the buildup to the match. The defender will hope to recover in time for next week's match against Koln.

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes two interceptions in loss Bell registered one chance created, two tackles (zero won), two interceptions, two clearances and a yellow card in Saturday's 2-1 loss at Freiburg.

Impact Bell had a decent outing on defense, but it wasn't enough to help them avoid conceding twice to end up with the road loss. The centerback also received his fourth yellow card of the season in eight starts. He will now look to be extra careful to avoid a suspension.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Six clearances Bell had one tackle (one won), six clearances, and three interceptions in Friday's 1-1 draw against Hertha BSC Berlin.

Impact Bell has played every single minute of every match coming into Friday's clash where he was subbed off in the 79th minute. The center-back is a stalwart of the Mainz back line and with the international break to rest and recover he should be a nailed-on option once more when Bundesliga play resumes. Bell has little offensive upside though he fills the stat sheet defensively nearly every match.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four interceptions in win Bell registered two tackles (both won), four interceptions, two clearances and a yellow card in Saturday's 2-1 win at Bochum.

Impact Bell had a good defensive outing to help them earn three points on the road. The centerback led his side in interceptions, while also receiving his first yellow card of the campaign. He was a regular starter last season, logging 112 clearances in 33 appearances (all starts), but was booked nine times over that span.

AUGUST 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Consistent starter Bell made 33 starts playing 2,868 minutes throughout the 2021/22 Bundesliga season.

Impact Bell produced the most playing time he's managed in his career with Mainz. The central defender was the heart of the backline and was exceptional throughout making 54 tackles and 112 clearances during the season. Bell also added two goals in one of his most impressive campaigns to date. He will look to anchor the Mainz defense once more in 2022/23.

JUNE 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE