Mainz 05 secured a comfortable 2-0 home victory over Samsunspor in the UEFA Europa Conference League on December 19, 2025. The win confirmed the German club's place in the knockout stages of the competition. Mainz controlled the match from the outset, scoring once in each half to seal the three points. Samsunspor offered little in attack as Mainz's defense recorded a straightforward clean sheet. This result ensured Mainz finished at the top of their group, earning a potentially favorable draw for the next round. The match was a professional job by Mainz, who managed their resources effectively ahead of the busy winter schedule.