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Thursday, 23 July 2026Last updated 15:01
Sheriff Tiraspol

Sheriff Tiraspol

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WD
05
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Maccabi Tel Aviv

Maccabi Tel Aviv

Away
W
Sheriff Stadium
GoalVio prediction
49% confidence
Sheriff Tiraspol(49%)
Most likely exact score2-1
Win probability
Sheriff Tiraspol
49%
Draw
23%
Maccabi Tel Aviv
28%
Predicted winner is based on the highest win probability.
Intelligence snapshot
Attack
Sheriff Tiraspol
18
Maccabi Tel Aviv
94
Defence
Sheriff Tiraspol
91
Maccabi Tel Aviv
66
Momentum
Sheriff Tiraspol
67
Maccabi Tel Aviv
100
Danger (xG)
Sheriff Tiraspol
0.00
Maccabi Tel Aviv
2.70
Both teams to score
Yes

The model projects 2.21 xG for Sheriff Tiraspol and 1.46 xG for Maccabi Tel Aviv — strong and meaningful attacking threat respectively. Both sides are generating enough chance quality to make scoring a realistic expectation, which is the primary driver of the BTTS projection.The projected 2-1 scoreline reflects both teams contributing to the goal tally. Even with Maccabi Tel Aviv holding the stronger xG profile, the opposition's strong attacking output is sufficient to keep BTTS in play.

Over 2.5 goals
Yes

The model projects a combined xG of 3.67 — high attacking volume for this fixture. A combined xG above 2.5 is the model's primary signal that the match is likely to produce more than two goals, and this fixture clears that threshold.The projected 2-1 scoreline clears the 2.5-goal threshold — 3 goals in the most likely outcome. With both sides generating high xG, multiple scoreline combinations in the probability grid exceed 2.5 goals.

xG for (Sheriff Tiraspol)
0.00
avg per match
xG for (Maccabi Tel Aviv)
2.70
avg per match
xG against (Sheriff Tiraspol)
0.00
avg per match
xG against (Maccabi Tel Aviv)
0.90
avg per match

Momentum trend

last 5 matches
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Maccabi Tel AvivMaccabi Tel Aviv
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Probability breakdown

49% confidence
Sheriff Tiraspol49%
Draw23%
Maccabi Tel Aviv28%

Sheriff Tiraspol leads with 49% — the model's highest-probability outcome for this fixture.

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Analysis

Sheriff Tiraspol Backed to Win — Model Projects 2-1

Sheriff Tiraspol take on Maccabi Tel Aviv in UEFA Europa League.

Key factors

: 🎯 xG Advantage The Goalvio xG model projects 2.21 expected goals for Sheriff Tiraspol against 1.46 for Maccabi Tel Aviv — a clear advantage that translates into a higher win probability. xG is the model's most reliable predictor of match outcomes.
: 🏟️ Home Advantage Goalvio applies an 8% xG boost for home teams based on empirical data showing home sides score 10–15% more goals at their own ground. Sheriff Tiraspol's Elo-adjusted home strength gives them a 56% expected score in this fixture — a factor that tips the balance when the underlying numbers are close.
: ⚠️ Upset Risk Maccabi Tel Aviv have won 1 of their last 5 matches — a run of form that keeps this fixture competitive. While Sheriff Tiraspol carry the stronger underlying metrics, Maccabi Tel Aviv's recent results mean the gap is narrower than the headline verdict implies.

Why GoalVio backs this

Sheriff Tiraspol are generating a clear xG advantage — 2.21 projected against 1.46 for Maccabi Tel Aviv. xG measures the quality of chances created, not just shots. A gap of 0.74 is the clearest signal in the model that Sheriff Tiraspol are the materially more dangerous side in this fixture.

Biggest risk: The model's projection is based on averages — individual moments of quality, tactical adjustments, or set-piece situations can always override statistical trends. Sheriff Tiraspol are favoured, but football rarely follows the script exactly.

Risk factors

  • With both teams expected to score, the game could remain open until the final whistle — late goals are a real possibility.
  • Live conditions — weather, team news, and in-game momentum — can always override statistical projections.
  • The Poisson model works on averages — individual moments of quality can decide matches that data suggests should be close.

Recent form

Sheriff Tiraspol

Sheriff Tiraspol

W
@ Aluminij
16 Jul 2026
10
xG 0.0
W
vs Zimbru
12 Jul 2026
42
D
vs Aluminij
9 Jul 2026
00
xG 0.0
W
vs Sireți
28 Jun 2026
30
W
vs Petrocub
13 May 2026
20
Maccabi Tel Aviv

Maccabi Tel Aviv

W
@ Hapoel Beer Sheva
16 Jul 2026
31
L
vs Beitar Jerusalem
16 May 2026
12
W
vs Maccabi Haifa
13 May 2026
30

Frequently asked questions

Who will win Sheriff Tiraspol vs Maccabi Tel Aviv?

GoalVio's model predicts Sheriff Tiraspol to win with 49% confidence.

What is the predicted score for Sheriff Tiraspol vs Maccabi Tel Aviv?

The most likely scoreline according to GoalVio's Skellam-DC model is 2-1.

Will both teams score in Sheriff Tiraspol vs Maccabi Tel Aviv?

GoalVio's model predicts BTTS: Yes — both teams are expected to score.

Will there be over 2.5 goals in Sheriff Tiraspol vs Maccabi Tel Aviv?

GoalVio's model predicts Over 2.5 Goals: Yes.

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