Football Results: Stuttgart, Freiburg & Poznan – Latest Scores

German Clubs Shine in Europa League, Mainz Draws in Conference League

A dominant performance by VfB Stuttgart and a narrow victory for Freiburg highlighted Thursday’s Europa League action, while Mainz secured a draw in the Conference League.the results, reported on December 12, 2025, via the Deutschlandfunk program, signal a strong showing for German clubs in European competition.

Did you know? German clubs have historically performed well in European competitions, with a combined total of 46 major UEFA trophies – including Champions league, Europa League, and Cup Winners’ Cup titles. This recent success builds on that legacy.

Stuttgart Dominates Maccabi tel Aviv

Stuttgart delivered a resounding victory over Maccabi Tel Aviv, defeating their opponents 4-1. The match saw Stuttgart take an early lead, with Silas Katompa Mvumpa scoring in the 12th minute. Further goals from Waldemar Anton (35th minute), Enzo Millot (48th minute), and Deniz Undav (72nd minute) sealed the win. Maccabi Tel Aviv managed a consolation goal through Eran Zahavi in the 88th minute, but the damage was already done. The match, captured by photographer Tom weller of dpa, showcased Stuttgart’s attacking prowess. This win, achieved through a cohesive team performance and clinical finishing, positions Stuttgart favorably in their Europa League group, placing them at the top with 13 points after six matches.

Pro tip To follow the Europa League and Conference League group standings and results, visit the official UEFA website (UEFA.com) for up-to-date information.

Freiburg Edges Past RB Salzburg

In a tightly contested match,Freiburg overcame RB Salzburg with a 1-0 victory. The decisive goal came in the 68th minute from lucas Höler,capitalizing on a well-placed cross from Vincenzo Grifo. Salzburg pressed for an equalizer in the final stages, but Freiburg’s defense, led by Matthias Ginter, held firm. The game was a tactical battle, with Freiburg demonstrating resilience and discipline to secure the win. this result underscores the growing competitiveness of German football on the european stage, and secures Freiburg’s place in the knockout stages of the Europa League.

Mainz Secures Away Draw in Conference League

Switching to the Conference League,Mainz battled to a 1-1 draw against Poznan in an away fixture. Poznan took the lead in the 25th minute through a penalty converted by Jakub kaminski. Though, Mainz responded in the 55th minute with a goal from Jonathan Burkardt, leveling the score. Despite several opportunities for both sides,neither team could find a winning goal.While not a win, securing a point on the road is a valuable result for Mainz as they navigate the group stage, keeping them in contention for qualification.

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The performance of German clubs in both the Europa League and Conference League on December 12, 2025, suggests a positive trajectory for German football in European competitions.