A packed slate of UEFA Conference League group stage fixtures on November 5, 2026, delivered decisive victories, late drama, and statement performances as clubs across Europe battled for crucial points and momentum in the race for knockout round qualification.
Match Results
| Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|
 Aarhus GF | 0 - 0 |  Sporting Clube de Braga |
 Atalanta BC | 1 - 1 |  FK Kairat |
 FC Midtjylland | 1 - 6 |  AFC Ajax |
 FC Thun | 3 - 1 |  Heart of Midlothian |
 FK Crvena Zvezda | 2 - 1 |  Inter Club d'Escaldes |
 Kuopion PS | 0 - 0 |  KAA Gent |
 Lincoln Red Imps | 1 - 0 |  HNK Hajduk Split |
 Mjällby AIF | 2 - 0 |  FK Borac Banja Luka |
 Trabzonspor | 0 - 1 |  SC Freiburg |
 AS Monaco | 2 - 0 |  FC Nordsjælland |
 FC København | 2 - 1 |  FC Iberia 1999 |
 FC Lugano | 3 - 0 |  FK Kauno Žalgiris |
 FC Twente '65 | 3 - 1 |  Paphos |
 Getafe CF | 0 - 1 |  Brighton & Hove Albion |
 K. Sint-Truidense VV | 1 - 1 |  SK Brann |
 Panathinaikos AO | 2 - 1 |  PFK CSKA Sofia |
 Rīga | 1 - 1 |  FK Jablonec |
 Universitatea Craiova CS | 2 - 0 |  Egnatia Rrogozhine |
The day's most eye-catching result came in Denmark, where AFC Ajax overwhelmed FC Midtjylland 6-1 in a match that swung sharply just before halftime. After playing the hosts level for much of the first period, Ajax seized control when Midtjylland midfielder Kjell Wätjen—a former Borussia Dortmund prospect—was sent off for two quick yellow cards. Reduced to ten men, FC Midtjylland could not withstand Ajax’s attacking onslaught, conceding five more goals after the break in what the Danish press labeled a "humiliation." Goalkeeper Nordin Bakker endured a torrid evening, and the result leaves the Dutch giants well-placed in their group while denting Midtjylland’s hopes.
Elsewhere, Brighton & Hove Albion FC produced a disciplined and tactically astute display on Spanish soil, downing Getafe CF 1-0 thanks to Malick Yalcouyé's second-half header. Brighton controlled possession, limited Getafe to just 0.26 Expected Goals, and maintained their unbeaten defensive record in the competition. The victory propels the English side to seven points and highlights their adaptability, as manager Fabian Hurzeler’s five changes to the starting lineup paid dividends.
There were also memorable results for other rising sides. Lincoln Red Imps FC stunned Croatian favorites HNK Hajduk Split with a dramatic late winner—an own goal from Dennis Hadzikadunic in the 89th minute—despite not registering a shot on target. Meanwhile, Mjällby AIF continued their historic European run with a 2-0 win over FK Borac Banja Luka, making them the first Swedish club since Östersund in 2017 to go undefeated in their first three group matches. AS Monaco FC maintained their flawless record with a 2-0 victory over FC Nordsjælland, buoyed by Manchester City loanee Mathys Detourbet’s first goal for the club.
There were tight contests and storylines across the continent. SC Freiburg edged Trabzonspor 1-0 in Turkey, with Lukas Kübler scoring early and the German defense holding firm under intense pressure. FC Thun capitalized on a depleted Heart of Midlothian FC squad, earning a 3-1 win and boosting their European hopes, while FC Lugano and Universitatea Craiova CS each recorded convincing home victories. Several matches, including Aarhus GF vs Sporting Clube de Braga and Kuopion PS vs KAA Gent, ended in goalless draws, reflecting the competitive balance and defensive resolve on display.
With the group stage now past its halfway point, the battle for qualification remains wide open. Surging teams like AFC Ajax, Brighton & Hove Albion FC, and AS Monaco FC are building momentum, while surprise results and emerging storylines—such as Lincoln Red Imps FC's breakthrough and SK Brann’s progress under Laura Kaminski—promise further twists in the coming weeks of the 2026-2027 UEFA Conference League campaign.