1. FSV Mainz 05 0, FC Universitatea Craiova 1

CRAIOVA, Romania (Interstat) — In a stunning upset that defied pregame projections, FC Universitatea Craiova defeated Germany’s FSV Mainz 05 W 1-0 on Thursday in a UEFA Europa Conference League group stage match. The lone goal, a decisive strike from forward Assad Al Hamalawi, propelled the Romanian side to a victory that resonated throughout Stadionul Ion Oblemenco. The win marked a perfect start to Craiova’s European campaign, while Mainz was left to rue missed opportunities in its tournament opener. The match, played on Nov. 27, 2025, was a tactical battle defined by disciplined defending and a flurry of second-half substitutions… Read more...