16 Phillipp Mwene
Phillipp Mwene, 1994-03-17, Defender for Austria, plays for Mainz 05. 20 international caps, 0 goals. Part of Austria's 2026 World Cup Group J squad.
Biography
Austrian left-back at Mainz 05. Born in Linz to a Congolese father, Mwene is a modern full-back who combines tireless running with quality crossing. A long-serving Mainz player, he has been a reliable presence in the Bundesliga for years. Previously spent time at PSV Eindhoven before returning to Germany. His high-intensity work rate and willingness to overlap make him an ideal fit for Rangnick's pressing-heavy tactical system with the Austrian national team.
Career Timeline
Returned to Mainz 05 and re-established himself in the Bundesliga.
Signed by PSV Eindhoven in the Dutch Eredivisie.
Made his senior international debut for Austria.
Joined Mainz 05 from the Austrian lower divisions, beginning his Bundesliga career.