Moldova Wins a Close Game Against Malta
Moldova emerged victorious in a closely contested match against Malta in the first round of the UEFA Nations League League D, played at Stadionul Zimbru in Chişinău.
The match started at a frantic pace, with Moldova taking the lead in the 32nd minute through a goal by M. Caimacov. Malta responded with two yellow cards for M. Guillaumier and H. Bonello in the 45th minute. However, just before the break, Moldova extended their lead with a penalty converted by I. Nicolaescu.
In the second half, Malta tried to close the gap but the Moldovan defense remained solid. The game heated up, with both sides receiving yellow cards. Ultimately, Moldova secured a 2-0 victory, establishing their dominance in the group.
Statistics:
* Moldova: 59% possession, 15 shots (4 on target, 6 off target), 3 corners, 16 fouls, 2 yellows, 0 reds
* Malta: 41% possession, 6 shots (2 on target, 3 off target), 0 corners, 16 fouls, 3 yellows, 0 reds
Match Details:
* Date: September 7, 2024
* City: Chişinău
* Stadium: Stadionul Zimbru
* Referee: Mykola Balakin, Ukraine
* League: UEFA Nations League
* Season: 2024
* Round: League D – 1
* Country: World
Substitutions malta: at minute 46 L. Montebello came in and K. Reid went out., at minute 46 C. Zammit Lonardelli came in and Y. Yankam went out., at minute 70 K. Nwoko came in and P. Mbong went out., at minute 70 T. Teuma came in and S. Pisani went out., at minute 85 N. Muscat came in and M. Guillaumier went out.
Substitutions moldova: at minute 70 V. Bogaciuc came in and N. Motpan went out., at minute 70 V. Damascan came in and I. Nicolaescu went out., at minute 75 V. Stina came in and A. Ionita went out., at minute 86 S. Cojocari came in and M. Caimacov went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Moldova
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Malta
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