Maccabi Tel Aviv Advances to Europa League Third Qualifying Round After 1-0 Win Over Sheriff

Maccabi Tel Aviv secured a 1-0 victory against Sheriff Tiraspol on July 30, 2026, completing a 6-0 aggregate win over the Moldovan team and advancing to the third qualifying round of the UEFA Europa League. The decisive goal came in the 29th minute when Sheriff striker Samba Kone scored an own goal following a dangerous set-piece delivered by Roy Revivo. The match, held in Tel Aviv, was played at a relatively low tempo as both teams recognized the tie was effectively decided after the first leg.

With this win, Maccabi Tel Aviv will face the winner of the upcoming match between CSKA Sofia and Qarabag. Progressing further would secure the Israeli club a spot in the Europa League group stage. Early in the game, Maccabi had a chance when Leo Varela controlled the ball and took a shot that went wide in the 10th minute. The team’s solid performance ensured their advancement in the European competition.