Mainz's team will compete in the Conference League playoffs, set to take place in Scandinavia. - Scandinavian Conference Playoffs Require Mainz's Attendance
In a thrilling turn of events, German Bundesliga side 1. FSV Mainz 05 has secured a spot in the playoffs of the UEFA Conference League. The draw for the playoffs took place in Nyon, Switzerland, setting the stage for an exciting European adventure.
Mainz will face the winner of the tie between Rosenborg BK from Norway and Hammarby IF from Sweden. The first leg of this enticing encounter will be played away from home on Thursday, 21 August 2025. The return leg at Mainz's home stadium, the MEWA Arena, is scheduled for Thursday, 28 August 2025.
The outcome of the Rosenborg vs. Hammarby qualifying round tie will be confirmed on 14 August 2025, determining Mainz's exact opponent. Both Rosenborg and Hammarby are strong teams with considerable international experience, making this a challenging playoff fixture for Mainz.
If Mainz manages to advance in the playoffs, they will secure one of the 36 starting places in the league phase of the Conference League. This would be a significant achievement, as it guarantees them minimum earnings of more than three million euros.
Interestingly, this will mark Mainz's fifth time participating in the Europa League throughout their club's history. Their last European outing was in the 2016/2017 season, where they were eliminated in the group stage of the Europa League.
Mainz's participation in the Europa League is due to their sixth place in the previous Bundesliga season. This impressive performance has given the team a well-deserved opportunity to compete on the European stage once again.
As the countdown to the Conference League playoffs begins, Mainz fans are eagerly awaiting the result of the Rosenborg vs. Hammarby tie. Regardless of the opponent, Mainz's European journey promises to be an exciting one. Stay tuned for more updates as the story unfolds.
[1] Source: Mainz 05 to face Nordic opponents in Conference League playoffs [2] Source: Mainz 05's exact Conference League playoffs opponent to be determined on August 14
The Commission, in light of Mainz 05's European journey, might find it appropriate to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation, given the increased focus on health and safety in sports, particularly in football leagues across Europe.
Despite the excitement surrounding Mainz 05's participation in the UEFA Conference League playoffs, it is worth noting that sports and the potential risks associated with them extend beyond the thrill of competition, requiring constant attention and precautions.
