Alexander Schwolow
M05
Goalkeeper
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Jun 2, 1992 (34)
Right
6'3"
185 lb
Allows three goals
Schwolow made six saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-2 defeat to Werder Bremen. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 94th minute.
Analysis: Even though Schwolow made six saves, he did concede three times. Two goals were penalties, which can't really be attributed to the goalkeeper but the last goal proved to be what decided the match. Schwolow has an interesting matchup looming against Elversberg, a team with a minus-3 goal differential that has scored 12 times in seven matches.
Keeps clean sheet in victory
Schwolow made three saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 win over Schalke.
Analysis: Schwolow made three saves while keeping a clean sheet during Saturday's 1-0 win at Schalke, helping Mainz secure their third consecutive away victory in the Bundesliga. He was relatively untroubled during the first half but made a crucial reaction save to deny Satoshi Tanaka from close range in the 75th minute before stopping another header late in the match. Schwolow's interventions helped Mainz protect Phillip Tietz's first-half opener and secure all three points despite Schalke increasing the pressure during the closing stages. Schwolow will look to build on that performance in Saturday's clash against Bremen.
Allows four goals to Bayer
Schwolow recorded three saves and allowed four goals in Saturday's 4-3 defeat to Bayer Leverkusen.
Analysis: Schwolow struggled to withstand the pressure of a dangerous opposition throughout the match. The keeper is in poor form after conceding seven goals across his last two appearances. He could continue to face plenty of shots while filling in for Robin Zentner, who remains sidelined with a hand injury. His next test is away against Schalke 04, who are still looking for their first home goal after two matches, so that matchup could offer some relief if the hosts' scoring struggles continue.
Back in goal
Schwolow allowed three goals while making four saves during Saturday's 4-3 win over Mainz.
Analysis: Schwolow allowed a goal in the first half and two in the second, but was backed with four goals as Mainz found all three points. The keeper has started half of Mainz's first four league matches allowing three goals while making five saves and keeping a clean sheet. Mainz take on Leverkusen following the international break.
Makes spot start
Schwolow kept a clean sheet while making a save during Sunday's 5-0 win over Hamburg.
Analysis: Schwolow helped Mainz to all three points by blanking Hamburg on Sunday. The keeper was called into duty due to an injury to Robin Zentner in the buildup to the match. Pending Zentner's status, Schwolow could remain in goal for next week's clash with Frankfurt.
Signs with Mainz
Schwolow has signed with Mainz from Scottish runners up Heart of Midlothian, according to the club, with an agreement in place allowing him to first complete Hearts' two remaining Champions League qualifying matches before joining his new teammates in preseason training on July 30.
Analysis: Schwolow brings over 200 Bundesliga appearances to Mainz along with experience in the 2. Bundesliga, DFB Pokal and Scottish Premiership, and just completed a strong season with Hearts that saw the club fall narrowly short of the Scottish title. The 34 year old goalkeeper, born near Mainz, gives the club a proven and experienced option between the posts as it prepares for the new Bundesliga 2026/27 campaign.
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