Match report
Neftchi Baku 0-0 Shkendija: Europa League Stalemate
Neftchi Baku
0–0
FT
Shkendija
Jul 14, 2016
Neftchi Baku and Shkendija ended their Europa League qualifier in a goalless draw, despite both teams showing strong attacking intent. Neftchi Baku and Shkendija each received yellow cards, with Murad Agayev and Armend Alimi being cautioned for their respective teams. Stephan Vujcic also saw yellow for Shkendija. The match was characterized by a high defensive stance, as both teams struggled to create clear-cut chances. Substitutions late in the game, such as C. İmamverdiyev for Murad Agayev and
Key Facts
- • Neftchi Baku 0-0 Shkendija
- • Murad Agayev received a yellow card (48')
- • Armend Alimi received a yellow card (57')
- • Stephan Vujcic received a yellow card (75')
- • C. İmamverdiyev replaced Murad Agayev (78')
- • Elshan Abdullayev replaced R. Qurbanov (85')
Lineups
Neftchi Baku
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 K. Santini (G)
- 22 V. Shikov (D)
- 27 M. İsayev
- 3 Jairo
- 30 D. Melnjak (D)
- 7 A. Abdullayev (M)
- 17 R. Hacıyev (M)
- 80 E. Castillo
- 13 M. Ağayev (M)
- 19 F. Muradbəyli (M)
- 11 R. Qurbanov (F)
Substitutes
- 10 C. İmamverdiyev
- 8 E. Abdullayev
- 4 R. Məmmədov
- 26 K. Qurbanov
- 41 Ö. Buludov
- 66 K. Ibrahimov
- 95 E. Bədəlov
Shkendija
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 K. Zahov (G)
- 6 A. Cuculi (D)
- 4 E. Bejtulai (D)
- 5 A. Alimi (M)
- 77 B. Todorovski (M)
- 10 F. Hasani (M)
- 88 S. Vujčić
- 23 B. Demiri (D)
- 7 B. Ibraimi (F)
- 18 Stenio Junior (F)
- 14 M. Radeski (F)
Substitutes
- 33 A. Polozhani
- 11 D. Imeri
- 12 M. Jovanovski
- 16 M. Murati
- 19 B. Bojku
- 20 Victor Juffo
- 27 S. Taipi
Timeline
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48' Neftchi Baku Card · Yellow CardMurad Agayev
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57' Shkendija Card · Yellow CardArmend Alimi
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75' Shkendija Card · Yellow CardStephan Vujcic
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78' Neftchi Baku subst · Substitution 1Off: Murad Agayev · On: C. İmamverdiyev
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85' Neftchi Baku subst · Substitution 2Off: R. Qurbanov · On: Elshan Abdullayev
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90'+2 Shkendija subst · Substitution 1Off: B. Ibraimi · On: A. Polozhani
Match Stats
| Stat | Neftchi Baku | Shkendija |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 10 | 12 |
| Pass Accuracy | — | — |
| Offsides | 0 | 1 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Total Shots | 10 | 9 |
| Corners | 3 | 8 |
| Total Passes | — | — |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | — | — |
| Shots on Target | 3 | 4 |
| Shots off Target | 7 | 5 |
| Possession | 45% | 55% |
| Accurate Passes | — | — |
| Shots Inside Box | — | — |
| Saves | 3 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | — | — |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The yellow card to Murad Agayev early in the second half slowed Neftchi Baku's momentum.
- ▸ The introduction of A. Polozhani for B. Ibraimi in the final minutes showed Shkendija's late push for a breakthrough.