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Danny da Costa
Defender #21
Age 32 years
Nationality Germany
Market Value €2M
Career
No transfer history
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Danny Vieira da Costa is a solid SQUAD PLAYER for FSV Mainz 05. Evidence: 21.0 Appearances.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Shooting (69/100) but has room to grow in Passing.
Physical profile: Physically Strong, Veteran Experience.
Danny Vieira da Costa Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Defenders
Height 48%
Weight 88%
Experience 92%
vs Bundesliga
Height 59%
Weight 88%
Experience 90%
Traits
VETERAN DECORATED EUROPEAN ELITE
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 57
Shooting 69
Defense 53
Workrate 49
Passing 47
Key Strength 69 Shooting
Area to Watch 47 Passing
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Danny Vieira da Costa this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 15, 2026 | Werder Bremen 0-2 FSV Mainz 05 | 96' | 6.9 | - | - | 28 |
| Mar 07, 2026 | FSV Mainz 05 2-2 VfB Stuttgart | 92' | 8.2 | 1 | 1 | 83 |
| Feb 28, 2026 | Bayer Leverkusen 1-1 FSV Mainz 05 | 12' | 6.2 | - | - | 48 |
| Feb 20, 2026 | FSV Mainz 05 1-1 Hamburger SV | 93' | 7.5 | - | 1 | 35 |
| Feb 13, 2026 | Borussia Dortmund 4-0 FSV Mainz 05 | 91' | 6.3 | - | - | 39 |
| Feb 07, 2026 | FSV Mainz 05 2-0 FC Augsburg | 95' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 45 |
| Jan 31, 2026 | RB Leipzig 1-2 FSV Mainz 05 | 94' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 72 |
| Jan 24, 2026 | FSV Mainz 05 3-1 VfL Wolfsburg | 65' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 73 |
| Jan 17, 2026 | 1. FC Köln 2-1 FSV Mainz 05 | 92' | 7.7 | 0 | 1 | 75 |
| Jan 13, 2026 | FSV Mainz 05 2-1 1. FC Heidenheim | 94' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 40 |
| Jan 10, 2026 | Union Berlin 2-2 FSV Mainz 05 | 89' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 60 |
| Dec 21, 2025 | FSV Mainz 05 0-0 FC St. Pauli | 93' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Dec 14, 2025 | Bayern München 2-2 FSV Mainz 05 | 96' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 95 |
| Dec 05, 2025 | FSV Mainz 05 0-1 Borussia Mönchengladbach | 90' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 26 |
| Nov 30, 2025 | SC Freiburg 4-0 FSV Mainz 05 | 90' | 5.9 | 0 | 0 | 55 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 22, 2026 | FSV Mainz 05 vs Eintracht Frankfurt | 67 |
| Apr 04, 2026 | 1899 Hoffenheim vs FSV Mainz 05 | 66 |
| Apr 11, 2026 | FSV Mainz 05 vs SC Freiburg | 52 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | Borussia Mönchengladbach vs FSV Mainz 05 | 56 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | FSV Mainz 05 vs Bayern München | 72 |
| May 02, 2026 | FC St. Pauli vs FSV Mainz 05 | 48 |
| May 09, 2026 | FSV Mainz 05 vs Union Berlin | 61 |
| May 16, 2026 | 1. FC Heidenheim vs FSV Mainz 05 | 51 |
Player Market Value
Track Danny Vieira da Costa's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €1.5M
Peak Value €15.0M (Q2'19)
€15.0M €7.5M €0
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Danny da Costa is Mainz's Silver Wall, a defender whose career is defined by elite success. With six major trophies to his name—including a Europa League title and a DFB Pokal victory—the 33-year-old provides a level of pedigree and composure that few in the squad can match.
Throughout this campaign, da Costa has established himself as a vital Squad Player, accumulating 1,653 minutes across 20 appearances. His data shows he is currently hitting top form, reflecting a significant upward trajectory in his recent performances. While his primary role is to provide defensive solidity, a Shooting score of 63 highlights a surprising offensive threat during set-piece scenarios. This Balance between defensive duties and occasional attacking output has seen him act as the main defensive anchor in 6 of his 20 outings, proving his reliability over a full season of top-flight football.
Maintaining a stable market value of €2M, da Costa represents a key asset for Mainz as they navigate the season. His vast experience is crucial when the Stakes are highest, ensuring the backline remains disciplined and organized under pressure.