Maccabi lost in Tiraspol, having more chances, although there were opportunities for Sheriff to punish the Israeli champions even more on the counter-attacks, by more than 1-0. Nevertheless, at home, the team from Haifa is considered a clear favorite, and to a large extent, the outcome of the first match influenced this, and the noisy Israeli fans will create a unique atmosphere. However, the host’s defense worries me. They could have easily conceded against Hapoel Haifa in every match (but only conceded at home), and Sheriff is a much more experienced and skillful team compared to the Maltese champions.
In Sheriff, the Brazilian with a Moldovan passport, Luwannor, has returned, as well as the old-new coach, the Italian Roberto Bordin, who builds a very tactically astute football based on athleticism and the team’s strengths. First, Sheriff rightfully overcame Farul from Constanta (0-1, 3-0) without the Champions League, and in the first match at home against Maccabi, the smart and diverse campaign from Africa, South America, and a bit of Europe, tactically outplayed the Israelis 1-0 on counter-attacks. In fact, the team’s experience has significantly improved over these seasons, and Sheriff is dangerous on the counter-attacks, so they should not be underestimated in Haifa. More soccer win predictions can be obtained from the link provided.
