CRAIOVA, Romania (Interstat) — FC Universitatea Craiova delivered a 1-0 upset over Germany’s FSV Mainz 05 W in UEFA Europa Conference League group stage play on Thursday. The lone goal at Stadionul Ion Oblemenco came from forward Assad Al Hamalawi, who capitalized on a defensive effort that included an assist from Nicușor Bancu. The result defied pregame projections, which heavily favored the visiting German side. The match was a physical affair, with six yellow cards issued by the officiating crew. With the victory, Craiova begins its European campaign with a win, while Mainz starts with a loss.