Match report
Maccabi Tel Aviv Defeats Rīgas FS 2–1 in Europa League
Maccabi Tel Aviv
2–1
FT
Rīgas FS
Dec 12, 2024
In an intense matchup at the UEFA Europa League, Maccabi Tel Aviv proved too strong for Rīgas FS, securing a vital victory with a score of 2-1. The game saw early leadership by Idan Nachmias for Maccabi, followed by a resilient response from Rīgas through R. Savalnieks. However, Nemanja Stojić's goal late in the match sealed the deal for the Israeli team.
Key Facts
- • Final score: Maccabi Tel Aviv 2–1 Rīgas FS
- • Idan Nachmias scored first at minute 16, assisted by Weslley Patati
- • R. Savalnieks equalized for Rīgas at minute 52, assisted by S. Panic
- • Nemanja Stojić secured the win for Maccabi Tel Aviv at minute 69, also assisted by Weslley Patati
- • Maccabi Tel Aviv had three substitutions: R. Shlomo (for S. Lemkin), G. Kanichowsky (for Issouf Sissokho), and D. Turgeman (for O. Davida)
Lineups
Maccabi Tel Aviv
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 90 R. Mishpati (G)
- 5 I. Nachmias (D)
- 18 N. Stojić (D)
- 13 R. Shlomo (D)
- 3 R. Revivo (D)
- 14 J. van Overeem (M)
- 16 G. Kanichowsky (M)
- 17 Weslley Patati (M)
- 42 D. Peretz (M)
- 33 H. Layous (M)
- 9 D. Turgeman (F)
Substitutes
- 4 S. Lemkin
- 28 I. Sissokho
- 11 S. Jehezkel
- 77 O. Davida
- 19 E. Madmon
- 20 H. Addo
- 15 Y. Malede
- 27 O. Davidzada
- 6 T. Asante
- 2 A. Cohen
- 7 E. Zahavi
- 23 S. Sluga
Rīgas FS
Formation: 3-5-2
Starting XI
- 40 F. Ondoa (G)
- 30 H. Njie (D)
- 23 H. Prenga (D)
- 43 Ž. Lipušček (D)
- 11 R. Savaļnieks (M)
- 27 A. Markhiev (M)
- 26 S. Panič (M)
- 18 D. Zelenkovs (M)
- 8 L. Odisharia (M)
- 9 J. Ikaunieks (F)
- 17 C. Kouadio (F)
Substitutes
- 21 E. Stuglis
- 22 D. Lemajič
- 25 P. Mareš
- 77 L. Silagadze
- 3 V. Osuagwu
- 1 P. Šteinbors
- 15 R. Ndjiki
- 2 D. Balodis
- 16 S. Vilkovs
Timeline
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16' Maccabi Tel Aviv Goal · Normal GoalIdan Nachmias · Assist: Weslley Patati
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46' Rīgas FS subst · Substitution 1Off: Haruna Njie · On: E. Stuglis
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52' Rīgas FS Goal · Normal GoalR. Savalnieks · Assist: S. Panic
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57' Maccabi Tel Aviv subst · Substitution 1Off: R. Shlomo · On: S. Lemkin
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66' Rīgas FS subst · Substitution 2Off: C. Kouadio · On: D. Lemajic
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68' Rīgas FS Card · Yellow CardL. Odisharia
Foul
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69' Maccabi Tel Aviv Goal · Normal GoalNemanja Stojić · Assist: Weslley Patati
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77' Maccabi Tel Aviv subst · Substitution 2Off: G. Kanichowsky · On: Issouf Sissokho
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77' Rīgas FS subst · Substitution 3Off: L. Odisharia · On: P. Mares
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83' Rīgas FS Card · Yellow CardA. Markhiev
Foul
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84' Maccabi Tel Aviv Card · Yellow CardWeslley Patati
Foul
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89' Rīgas FS subst · Substitution 4Off: D. Zelenkovs · On: L. Silagadze
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90'+2 Maccabi Tel Aviv Card · Yellow CardD. Turgeman
Time wasting
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90'+3 Maccabi Tel Aviv subst · Substitution 4Off: D. Turgeman · On: O. Davida
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90'+3 Maccabi Tel Aviv subst · Substitution 5Off: Weslley Patati · On: E. Madmon
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90'+10 Rīgas FS Var · Penalty confirmedD. Lemajic
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90'+13 Rīgas FS Goal · Missed PenaltyJ. Ikaunieks
Match Stats
| Stat | Maccabi Tel Aviv | Rīgas FS |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 11 | 14 |
| Pass Accuracy | 82% | 77% |
| Offsides | 2 | 2 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 10 | 14 |
| Corners | 1 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 449 | 385 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 2 | 4 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 4 |
| xG | 0.51 | 1.87 |
| Shots off Target | 3 | 6 |
| Possession | 53% | 47% |
| Goals Prevented | -1 | -1 |
| Accurate Passes | 370 | 296 |
| Shots Inside Box | 3 | 12 |
| Saves | 3 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 7 | 2 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Idan Nachmias' goal at minute 16 gave Maccabi Tel Aviv an early lead, setting the tone for the match.
- ▸ Rīgas FS equalized through R. Savalnieks at minute 52, but Nemanja Stojić's decisive goal in the 69th minute shifted momentum back to Maccabi Tel Aviv.