Maccabi Tel Aviv vs FC Lugano
Lugano snatches draw at Maccabi Tel Aviv
A late strike from D. Moncada denies Maccabi a home win in the Conference League.
Maccabi Tel Aviv looked set to take all three points after Dor Peretz converted a penalty in the 69th minute. However, FC Lugano fought back with a crucial goal from D. Moncada ten minutes later to level the score at 1-1. This result defied Fipster's low-confidence prediction of a 3-2 home win, delivering a share of the spoils instead.
Outcome probability
The playoff round clash between Maccabi Tel Aviv and FC Lugano promises to be a nail-biter, with both sides eager to overturn previous results and secure progression. Expect an open game with attacking intent from both teams.
Match factors
FC Lugano's prolific striker leads scoring charts
K. Behrens has scored 6 goals in last 5 games, including 4 away goals, making him a key threat
FC Lugano's strong recent form supports scoring potential
FC Lugano has won 3 of last 4 games, scoring 2.5 goals per game on average
M. Zanotti's creativity from defense boosts FC Lugano attack
Zanotti leads assists with 3 in 4 games, including 2 away assists, providing key chances
No confirmed injuries for FC Lugano ensures full attacking options
All top scorers and assisters are available, maximizing team strength
The context
FC Lugano currently hold the upper hand in this competition, having won their previous encounter against Maccabi Tel Aviv 2-1 at home. Lugano have enjoyed a strong run with four wins and a draw in five matches, scoring 12 goals along the way. Meanwhile, Maccabi Tel Aviv have struggled, losing their only match so far 2-1 away to Lugano.
Key insights
K. Behrens
FC Lugano
Behrens is a key threat with 6 goals in last 5 games, including 4 away, making him a focal point of Lugano's attack.
UEFA Europa Conference League 26/276 goals in last 5 games, 4 away goals
M. Zanotti
FC Lugano
Zanotti's creativity from defence is vital, leading with 3 assists in 4 games and 2 assists away, boosting Lugano's chances.
UEFA Europa Conference League 26/273 assists in 4 games, 2 away assists
Analysis
Despite Lugano's impressive form and their star striker K. Behrens, who has netted six goals in the last five games including four away, Maccabi Tel Aviv are tipped to win this encounter. The prediction leans towards a 3-2 scoreline, suggesting a high-scoring and competitive match. Maccabi Tel Aviv will need to be wary of Lugano's creative defender M. Zanotti, who has provided three assists in four games, two of which came away from home. The match could hinge on attacking efficiency and defensive resilience from both sides.
Key facts
- 1.Maccabi Tel Aviv lost their only match in this competition 2-1 away to FC Lugano.
- 2.FC Lugano have won 4 and drawn 1 of their 5 matches in this competition, scoring 12 goals.
- 3.In their only head-to-head meeting, FC Lugano won 2-1 against Maccabi Tel Aviv.
- 4.K. Behrens has scored 6 goals in the last 5 games, including 4 away goals for FC Lugano.
- 5.M. Zanotti leads FC Lugano with 3 assists in 4 games, including 2 away assists.
- 6.The predicted fulltime score is 3-2 in favour of Maccabi Tel Aviv.
- 7.The match is expected to feature 3 total cards, suggesting moderate physicality.
Prediction
The forecast is for a home win by Maccabi Tel Aviv with a 3-2 scoreline. While the margin is slim, the home side is expected to edge out their opponents in a thrilling encounter. The total number of cards is predicted to be three, indicating a moderately physical game.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — Maccabi Tel Aviv
No standout top scorers flagged for Maccabi Tel Aviv
Away — FC Lugano
The verdict
In summary, this playoff round fixture is set to deliver excitement and goals. Maccabi Tel Aviv are favoured to overturn their previous defeat and claim a narrow victory, but FC Lugano's attacking prowess means nothing will come easy. Fans should prepare for a closely fought contest with plenty of drama.
Form as the teams went into this match — excludes this result and anything since.
Head to Head
Papadopoulos
Yellow Card
Zanotti
Yellow Card
Zanotti
Red Card
Zanotti
Yellow Card
Dos Santos
Behrens
Asante
Sokler
Steffen
Yellow Card
Peretz
Penalty
Camara
Yellow Card
Moncada
Assist: Cimignani
Shahar
Papadopoulos
Steffen
Bislimi
Yellow Card
Match Statistics
Maccabi Tel Aviv
4-3-3Starting XI
- 3R. RevivoD
- 5M. CamaraD
- 6T. AsanteD
- 9E. SoklerF
- 13R. ShlomoD
- 22O. MelikaG
- 28I. SissokhoM
- 29Hélio VarelaF
- 36I. ShaharM
- 42Dor PeretzM
- 77O. DavidaF
Substitutes
- 18D. GlazerM
- 19E. MadmonF
- 21N. Ben HarushD
- 25S. RosenD
- 30I. NoyM
- 33H. LayousF
- 41I. Ben HamoD
- 51S. SaadiaG
- 59Lotem AsresM
- 60I. Ben SimonF
- 90R. MishpatiG
FC Lugano
3-5-2Starting XI
- 3H. DelcroixD
- 6A. PapadopoulosD
- 8A. GrgićM
- 11R. SteffenF
- 16D. von BallmoosG
- 17L. MaiD
- 21Y. CimignaniM
- 25U. BislimiM
- 27Daniel Dos SantosM
- 46M. ZanottiM
- 91K. BehrensF
Substitutes
- 2B. KarimovD
- 4D. KelvinD
- 14A. KendouciM
- 18J. BichselD
- 22B. CastroF
- 23G. AjdinM
- 24E. PihlströmF
- 26Martim MarquesD
- 28F. GebhardtG
- 30D. MoncadaF
- 39C. NdiayeG
Maccabi Tel Aviv
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raz Shlomo | D | 73 | 7.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Dor Peretz(C) | M | 73 | 7.2 | 1 | — | 3 | 2 | — | 1/1 |
| Mohamed Camara | D | 73 | 7.2 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| Hélio Varela | F | 73 | 7.0 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 0/2 |
| Roy Revivo | D | 73 | 7.0 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | — |
| Ester Sokler | F | 65 | 6.9 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| Ido Shahar | M | 73 | 6.9 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1/1 |
| Issouf Sissokho | M | 73 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1/3 |
| Tyrese Asante | D | 65 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/2 |
| Osher Davida | F | 73 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2/2 |
| Ofek Melika | G | 73 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Substitutes | |||||||||
| Shalev Saadia | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Ilay Ben Simon | F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Lotem Asres | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Dan Glazer | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Hisham Layous | F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Itamar Noy | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Itai Ben Hamo | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Roi Mishpati | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Shahar Rosen | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Elad Madmon | F | 8 | 7.0 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| Noam Ben Harosh | D | 8 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
FC Lugano
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anto Grgić | M | 73 | 6.9 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| Uran Bislimi | M | 73 | 6.9 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1/1 |
| Kevin Behrens | F | 63 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 0/1 |
| Lars Lukas Mai | D | 73 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| Renato Steffen(C) | F | 73 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 1/2 |
| Yanis Cimignani | M | 73 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| David von Ballmoos | G | 73 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Antonios Papadopoulos | D | 73 | 6.5 | — | — | 2 | 1 | — | — |
| Daniel Dos Santos | M | 63 | 6.5 | — | — | 2 | — | 1 | 0/3 |
| Hannes Delcroix | D | 73 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/1 |
| Mattia Zanotti | M | 58 | 5.6 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/2 |
| Substitutes | |||||||||
| Bekhruz Karimov | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Ahmadou Ndiaye | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Beckham Castro | F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Ahmed Kendouci | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Martim Marques | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Gjan Ajdin | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Felix Gebhardt | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Joel Bichsel | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Elias Pihlström | F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Dereck Moncada | F | 10 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/1 |
| Damian Kelvin | D | 10 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |