Maccabi Tel Aviv vs. TSC Backa Topola Match Analysis
Match Information:
– Date and time: 22 Aug 2024 at 18:00 UTC
– Referee: Sebastian Gishamer (Austria)
– Stadium: Haladas Sportkomplexum
– Location: Szombathely, Hungary (neutral ground)
Recent Form:
Maccabi Tel Aviv:
– Last 5 Matches:
1. Maccabi Tel Aviv 2-1 Bnei Sakhnin (Israel)
2. Maccabi Tel Aviv 3-0 FK Panevezys (Europa League)
3. FK Panevezys 1-2 Maccabi Tel Aviv (Europa League)
4. Maccabi Tel Aviv 0-1 FCSB (Champions League)
5. FCSB 1-1 Maccabi Tel Aviv (Champions League)
– Formation: Likely to use a 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1 formation.
TSC Backa Topola:
– Last 5 Matches:
1. TSC Backa Topola 0-1 OFK Beograd (Serbia)
2. Vojvodina 1-3 TSC Backa Topola (Serbia)
3. TSC Backa Topola 0-0 FK Spartak Subotica (Serbia)
4. Radnicki Nis 1-0 TSC Backa Topola (Serbia)
5. TSC Backa Topola 1-0 FK IMT Beograd (Serbia)
– Formation: Predominantly uses a 4-3-3 or 4-4-2 formation.
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Formation and Tactics Analysis:
Maccabi Tel Aviv’s 4-3-3/4-2-3-1 Formation:
– Strengths: High-pressing, adept at maintaining possession and creating chances from the wings.
– Weaknesses: Occasional defensive lapses when pressing high, leading to vulnerabilities on counterattacks.
TSC Backa Topola’s 4-3-3/4-4-2 Formation:
– Strengths: Solid defensive unit, capable of frustrating the opposition with a well-organized structure.
– Weaknesses: Lack of attacking depth and consistency against stronger teams.
Key Players to Watch:
Maccabi Tel Aviv:
– Dor Turgeman (9, Forward): Key striker, effective in goal-scoring.
– Gavriel Kanichowsky (16, Midfielder): Creative playmaker, crucial for setting up attacks.
– Dor Peretz (42, Midfielder): Strong midfield anchor and leader.
TSC Backa Topola:
– Petar Stanic (14, Forward): Main attacking threat.
– Ifet Djakovac (35, Midfielder): Provides creativity and balance in midfield.
– Veljko Ilic (12, Goalkeeper): Crucial in maintaining defensive solidity.
Predicted Outcome:
Maccabi Tel Aviv appears to have a significant advantage, especially considering their recent form in European competitions. TSC Backa Topola has shown resilience but might struggle against a more potent Maccabi Tel Aviv side.
Predicted Score:
– Maccabi Tel Aviv 2-0 TSC Backa Topola
Predicted Goal Scorers:
– Maccabi Tel Aviv: Dor Turgeman, Gavriel Kanichowsky
Summary:
This Europa League qualification match at a neutral venue seems to favor Maccabi Tel Aviv due to their superior recent form and squad strength. While TSC Backa Topola has presented a defensively solid unit, they may struggle to contain Maccabi Tel Aviv’s high pressing and attacking threats. Key players like Dor Turgeman and Gavriel Kanichowsky are expected to play pivotal roles in securing a victory for Maccabi Tel Aviv.
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