Olympiakos Piraeus edge past Malmo FF in a hard-fought match
Olympiakos Piraeus secured a crucial 1-0 victory against Malmo FF in a UEFA Europa League group stage encounter held at Malmö’s Eleda Stadion. The match was characterized by intense competition and relentless efforts from both teams, with the Greeks eventually emerging victorious thanks to A. El Kaabi’s goal in the 30th minute.
The match began with Malmo FF dictating possession (61%) and generating several scoring opportunities. However, Olympiakos Piraeus stood firm defensively and capitalized on the few chances they created. In the 30th minute, A. El Kaabi capitalized on a well-placed pass from G. Martins to break the deadlock.
In the second half, Malmo FF sought an equalizer, but Olympiakos Piraeus remained resolute in defense and managed to maintain control of the game. A. El Kaabi had a chance to extend the lead in the 83rd minute, but his penalty attempt went astray.
The game was punctuated by yellow cards, with Malmo FF receiving 5 and Olympiakos Piraeus receiving 4.
Match Summary:
* Malmo FF: 61% possession, 15 shots (2 on target, 8 off target), 2 corners, 9 fouls, 2 yellow cards.
* Olympiakos Piraeus: 39% possession, 15 shots (5 on target, 6 off target), 3 corners, 14 fouls, 3 yellow cards.
Goals:
* 30th minute: A. El Kaabi (Olympiakos Piraeus)
Stadium: Eleda Stadion, Malmö
Referee: Simone Sozza, Italy
Date: October 24, 2024
Substitutions olympiakos piraeus: at minute 11 L. Pirola came in and F. Ortega went out., at minute 78 D. Garcia came in and L. Pirola went out., at minute 78 C. Kostoulas came in and C. Mouzakitis went out., at minute 86 M. Stamenic came in and A. El Kaabi went out., at minute 86 G. Masouras came in and G. Martins went out.
Substitutions malmo ff: at minute 60 A. Christiansen came in and Z. Loukili went out., at minute 70 O. Rosengren came in and L. B. Johnsen went out., at minute 70 O. Berg came in and T. Ali went out., at minute 81 S. Rieks came in and E. Botheim went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Malmo FF
Titulares:
Olympiakos Piraeus
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