Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Sheriff Tiraspol Prediction: Key Stats and Tips

Maccabi Tel Aviv and Sheriff Tiraspol meet at Adjarabet Arena in Batumi on 30 July 2026 in the UEFA Europa League 2nd Qualifying Round, with the Israeli side holding a huge advantage after a dominant first leg. Played on neutral soil, this return fixture looks more like a formality than a decider after Maccabi’s 5-0 away win in Tiraspol.

For Maccabi Tel Aviv, the task is to finish the job professionally, manage the game, and avoid unnecessary risks with the group stage still some way off. Sheriff Tiraspol, meanwhile, are playing for pride and a miracle; they must chase goals while trying not to suffer another heavy defeat, a difficult balance given how the first leg unfolded.

Stats and betting markets strongly favour Maccabi, with both the recent head-to-head and early Europa League numbers pointing toward another home win in this qualifier.

Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Sheriff Tiraspol Key Stats

• Maccabi Tel Aviv have played 1 Europa League match this season and won it 5-0, scoring 5 goals and conceding none.
• The only recent head-to-head meeting on 23 July 2026 ended Sheriff Tiraspol 0-5 Maccabi Tel Aviv in the UEFA Europa League 2nd Qualifying Round.
• In Europa League 2026 statistics, Sheriff Tiraspol have scored just 1 goal in 3 matches, while conceding 5, but still have 2 clean sheets from those 3 games.

Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Sheriff Tiraspol — Tale of the Tape

• Position: Not available vs Not available
• Points: Not available vs Not available
• Goals For: Not available vs Not available
• Goals Against: Not available vs Not available
• Clean Sheets: Maccabi Tel Aviv 1 (tournament statistics), Sheriff Tiraspol 2 (tournament statistics)

Full group-stage or qualifying-round tables are not available, but early tournament statistics already show a clear attacking contrast. Maccabi Tel Aviv’s single Europa League outing so far produced 5 goals away from home, with an average of 5.0 goals scored per match and 0.0 conceded. That kind of start, even from a small sample, underlines their firepower and control.

Sheriff Tiraspol’s path has been more mixed across 3 Europa League fixtures: 1 win, 1 draw, and 1 defeat, with only 1 goal scored and 5 conceded. Interestingly, they have managed 2 clean sheets, suggesting they can be compact against certain opponents, but the 0-5 home loss to Maccabi exposed a clear gap in quality when facing a higher-tempo, more clinical side.

Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Sheriff Tiraspol Key Matchups

Maccabi Tel Aviv attacking unit vs Sheriff Tiraspol defensive block

Without individual scorer data, the focus shifts to unit performance. Maccabi Tel Aviv’s attack has started this Europa League campaign at full throttle: 5 goals in 1 match, with goals spread across almost every 15-minute segment. Their goals-for distribution shows they can threaten early (0–15 minutes) and maintain pressure throughout the match, while also converting from the penalty spot with a 100% record (1 scored from 1).

They will be facing a Sheriff back line that, over 3 matches, has generally been resilient but collapsed in the first leg. Sheriff’s goals-against average is 1.7 per match, inflated heavily by that 5-0 defeat, and their minute distribution indicates they can be vulnerable in all phases when stretched. The key tactical battle is whether Sheriff can remain compact in a likely 3-4-3 or 3-5-2 structure while chasing an unrealistic deficit, against a Maccabi side comfortable exploiting space and maintaining pressure.

Sheriff Tiraspol’s limited attack vs Maccabi Tel Aviv’s clean-sheet record

Sheriff have scored just 1 goal in 3 Europa League matches so far, averaging 0.3 goals per game. Their only goal came early in a match (0–15 minutes), suggesting they may try to start aggressively again here. However, they are up against a Maccabi defence that has yet to concede in this Europa League campaign and kept a clean sheet away from home in Tiraspol.

Maccabi’s defensive metrics are flawless so far: 0 goals conceded, opponents failing to create enough to breach them, and under lines on goals against all landing on “under” across the available thresholds. Sheriff, who have failed to score in 2 of their 3 matches, will need a major attacking improvement to trouble a back line that has so far looked well organised in a 3-5-2 structure.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

These sides have only recently crossed paths in European competition, and the first leg already delivered a statement result in favour of Maccabi Tel Aviv.

• 23 July 2026: Sheriff Tiraspol 0-5 Maccabi Tel Aviv (UEFA Europa League)

Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Sheriff Tiraspol Prediction

All indicators point towards another comfortable evening for Maccabi Tel Aviv. They come into this second leg with a 5-0 aggregate lead, a perfect start in Europa League qualifying (1 win from 1, 5 goals scored, 0 conceded), and a tactical setup that clearly unsettled Sheriff in Tiraspol. The predictions model gives Maccabi a 45% chance of winning in 90 minutes, with a 45% probability of a draw and only 10% for a Sheriff victory, reflecting both Maccabi’s superiority and the possibility of a lower-intensity, managed performance given the aggregate scoreline.

Sheriff Tiraspol must chase goals, but their tournament record of 1 goal in 3 matches and two games without scoring suggests they lack the cutting edge to mount a serious comeback. Their best hope is to tighten up defensively and avoid another heavy defeat, perhaps targeting a draw or a narrow loss while regaining some confidence. However, with Maccabi’s attack in rhythm and their defensive structure yet to be breached, the most likely scenario is another Maccabi-controlled match, possibly with fewer goals than the first leg as game state and rotation kick in.

Predicted Score: Maccabi Tel Aviv 2-0 Sheriff Tiraspol

Maccabi Tel Aviv Recent Form

In Europa League 2026, Maccabi Tel Aviv have started with a single but emphatic win, reflected in a recent form line of one straight victory. They have scored 5 goals without reply, kept 1 clean sheet, and converted their only penalty. The last-five summary shows a perfect 100 in defensive performance and strong attacking numbers, underlining how dominant that first outing was.

Sheriff Tiraspol Recent Form

Sheriff Tiraspol’s recent Europa League form reads as a mixed sequence of draw, win, and loss across 3 matches. They have taken 1 win and 1 draw, but the heavy 0-5 home defeat to Maccabi skews their goal difference badly. With only 1 goal scored and 5 conceded, plus 2 clean sheets, their campaign has swung between solid defensive displays and one major collapse against higher-quality opposition.

Maccabi Tel Aviv Possible Starting Lineup

GK: O. Melika or R. Mishpati; Defenders: T. Asante, M. Camara, R. Revivo, S. Yehezkel, R. Shlomo; Midfielders: D. Glazer, Dor Peretz, K. Belić, I. Shahar, I. Sissokho; Forwards: K. Andrade, Y. Malede, Orel Baaia.

Maccabi Tel Aviv have depth across all lines, with multiple goalkeepers available and a strong defensive core featuring players such as M. Camara, R. Shlomo, and R. Revivo. In midfield, experienced options like D. Glazer and Dor Peretz can control tempo and protect the back three or four, while creative and attacking profiles such as K. Belić, I. Shahar, and I. Sissokho support forwards like K. Andrade and Y. Malede. Given the 5-0 aggregate cushion, rotation is likely, but the squad list suggests they can still field a balanced side in a 3-5-2 or 4-3-3 without a major drop in quality.

Sheriff Tiraspol Possible Starting Lineup

GK: N. Cebotari; Defenders: B. Ciss, B. Fomba, S. Magassouba, Miguel Mota, Rai, N. Swen; Midfielders: D. Danu, J. Pineda, Zé Flores, V. Nihaev, V. Fratea; Forwards: J. Asprilla, V. Lupascu, V. Ciumasu.

Sheriff Tiraspol have several defensive and midfield options that fit into their usual three-at-the-back structures, with players like B. Ciss, B. Fomba, and S. Magassouba capable of forming the core of a back line. In midfield, creative and box-to-box profiles such as J. Pineda and Zé Flores can help progression, while attackers like J. Asprilla and V. Lupascu will be tasked with finding the goals Sheriff desperately need. The squad is youthful in many areas, and the coaching staff may opt for an energetic, pressing approach, but they must balance aggression with defensive stability after conceding five at home.

Maccabi Tel Aviv Team News

No significant absences reported.

Sheriff Tiraspol Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

Maccabi Tel Aviv:

• None reported.

Sheriff Tiraspol:

• None reported.

Betting Tips: Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Sheriff Tiraspol

Exactly 3 distinct tips from different markets:

• Result Tip: Back Maccabi Tel Aviv to win in 90 minutes. The predictions model gives Maccabi a 45% chance of victory against just 10% for Sheriff, and the first leg finished 5-0 in Maccabi’s favour. The market strongly agrees: home odds range from 1.44 to 1.50 across major bookmakers, implying an approximate winning probability between 66.7% (1 ÷ 1.50 × 100) and 69.4% (1 ÷ 1.44 × 100). This aligns with Maccabi’s superior attack and Sheriff’s limited scoring record.
• Goals Tip: Consider Maccabi Tel Aviv to win to nil or a low-scoring Sheriff side (if such a specific market is available). Maccabi have scored 5 and conceded 0 in 1 Europa League match, while Sheriff have managed just 1 goal in 3 games and failed to score twice. With aggregate game state possibly reducing Maccabi’s need to chase a big score, a home win combined with Sheriff not scoring looks a logical angle. The strong home-win odds in the 1.44–1.50 band can be enhanced by combining with a clean-sheet element where offered.
• Value Tip: Explore draw-related markets at a bigger price as a small-stake value option. The predictions data assigns a 45% probability to the draw, equal to Maccabi’s win chance in that model, yet the draw odds sit much higher, between 4.20 and 4.75. That implies an approximate probability range of 21.1% (1 ÷ 4.75 × 100) to 23.8% (1 ÷ 4.20 × 100). With Maccabi already 5-0 up on aggregate, a controlled, low-intensity performance could open the door to a stalemate, making the draw a potential value play at the prices.

Odds are accurate at the time of writing and subject to change. Please gamble responsibly.