Maccabi Tel Aviv
Sheriff
>Europa League · 2nd Qualifying RoundMaccabi Tel Aviv vs Sheriff: Prediction and Odds, Europa League, 30/07/2026
Bloomfield Stadium hosts a first-ever meeting between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Sheriff Tiraspol on 30 July in the Europa League second qualifying round. A place in the third round is at stake, with the losers dropping into the Conference League path. Maccabi are favoured at 1.34, backed by strong domestic form under Kenny Miller.
Projected final score: 1-1
Maccabi Tel Aviv's home attacking momentum, fuelled by Abu Farhi and Peretz in the Super Cup, makes them hard to dismiss at Bloomfield Stadium. However, Sheriff arrive with a five-match unbeaten run and concede just 1.0 goals per game, suggesting they have the defensive discipline to avoid defeat, making 5.10 a credible outcome.
A low-scoring affair is expected given Sheriff's compact defensive structure and Maccabi's injury concerns, including Nicolăescu's cruciate tear reducing forward depth. Both sides carry enough attacking threat to find the net once, pointing toward a tight two-goal total consistent with 2.34 territory and a share of the spoils.
Match Analysis
Maccabi Tel Aviv enter this Europa League qualifier as the home favorite at 1.34, buoyed by a 3-1 Super Cup triumph over Hapoel Be'er Sheva and a squad showing sharp attacking momentum ahead of this second-leg tie.
- 6 of their last 7 matches produced Over 2.5 goals, signaling a high-tempo attacking style.
- Abu Farhi scored a brace in the Super Cup, confirming his form as the primary attacking threat.
- Maccabi registered 18 shots in their most recent outing, underlining dominant home shot volume.
- Home crowd advantage at Bloomfield Stadium historically boosts Maccabi in European qualifying fixtures.
Sheriff Tiraspol arrive as the away underdog at 7.50, yet they are no pushovers: unbeaten in their last five matches and leading the Moldovan Super Liga, their disciplined defensive structure makes them a stubborn opponent.
- Sheriff concede just 1.0 goals per game on average, but away European legs expose counter-attacking limits.
- A 42% European home clean sheet rate may not translate reliably in a hostile away environment.
- Key forward Mollo Bessala is out with a shoulder injury, reducing Sheriff's attacking options significantly.
Key point: With Maccabi's high-scoring trend and Sheriff's defensive discipline in conflict, the double chance covering home or draw pairs well with 2.34 as a cautious alternative angle.
Statistics and Head-to-Head
Form & Statistics: Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Sheriff
Maccabi Tel Aviv
Recent form
Season statistics (1)
Sheriff
Recent form
Season statistics (3)
Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Sheriff: Head-to-Head
Average statistics (recent meetings)
Probabilities & Odds: Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Sheriff
Source : StakeMatch Information
Lineups: Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Sheriff
Maccabi Tel Aviv
Starters
- 1 Ofek Melika
- 2 Raz Shlomo
- 3 Mohamed Ali Camara
- 4 Roy Revivo
- 5 Sagiv Yehezkel
- 6 Dor Peretz
- 7 Ido Shahar
- 8 Issouf Bemba Sissokho
- 9 Itamar Noy
- 10 Sayd Abu Farhi
- 11 Dan Glazer
Absent
- Hisham Layous (injury)
- Denny Gropper (injury)
- Ori Azo (injury)
- D. Gruper (Fitness issues)
- I. Nicolăescu (Cruciate Ligament Tear)
- H. Layous (Unknown injury)
Sheriff
Starters
- 1 E. Tîmbur
- 2 Raí
- 3 B. Fomba
- 4 B. Ciss
- 5 A. Përgjoni
- 6 Dhoraso Klas
- 7 S. Koné
- 8 Konan Jaures-Ulrich Loukou
- 9 V. Fratea
- 10 Jayder Asprilla
- 11 Danila Forov
Absent
- Mollo Bessala (Shoulder injury)
Low confidence
Both sides line up in a 4-3-3 mirror match, though it is worth treating these selections with caution as both XIs come from speculated sources rather than confirmed reports. The tactical shape at least appears settled, with Dor Peretz expected to anchor Maccabi's midfield engine against Sheriff's organised visiting unit.
For Sheriff, Jayder Asprilla carries genuine attacking threat on the flanks, and the Moldovan side's 4-3-3 structure suggests they will look to press high and disrupt Maccabi's build-up play at Bloomfield Stadium. Given the speculative nature of both lineups, late changes before kickoff remain a real possibility.
Final thoughts on the predictions for Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Sheriff
Maccabi Tel Aviv's home advantage, fresh Super Cup momentum, and Kenny Miller's determination to reach the group stage for a third straight season make the double chance 1X the soundest selection here. Sheriff are disciplined but lack the firepower to win at Bloomfield Stadium. Back Maccabi Tel Aviv or Draw at 1.34 for this qualifier. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a betting recommendation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main prediction for Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Sheriff?
The main pick is Home or Draw (1X), backed by the home-win price at 1.34, with Maccabi's attacking momentum — fresh from a 3-1 Super Cup victory featuring Abu Farhi and Peretz — making them difficult to beat at Bloomfield Stadium in front of their own supporters.
What is the highest odd for Maccabi Tel Aviv to win?
The best available price for a Maccabi outright win is at 1.34. For punters seeking safer coverage, a double chance backing Maccabi or the draw protects against a narrow Sheriff victory while still returning a profit if the home side avoids defeat.
Will there be more or less than 2.5 goals in this match?
The lean is towards Over 2.5 goals at 1.54. Maccabi produced 18 shots in their last outing and 6 of their last 7 matches cleared the 2.5-goal mark, signalling an open, attacking game even against Sheriff's organised defensive structure.
When and where is Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Sheriff played?
The match kicks off at 19:00 local time (Israel Standard Time) on 30 July 2026, at Bloomfield Stadium in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Can Sheriff pull off an upset against Maccabi Tel Aviv?
Sheriff are certainly capable: they arrive unbeaten in five matches (3W, 2D) and concede just 1.0 goals per game on average, making the away price at 7.50 understandable. However, their counter-attacking style is built to contain rather than dominate, and Bloomfield's atmosphere makes an outright Sheriff win a tough ask.
Which alternative market offers the best value?
Both Teams to Score: Yes at 1.85 offers solid value here. Maccabi's high shot volume creates consistent scoring threat, while Sheriff's own attacking quality across their unbeaten run suggests they are unlikely to travel without registering, making a goal at each end a realistic outcome.
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