UEFA Europa League Play-offs
Dynamo Kyiv 1 - 0 FT Maccabi Tel Aviv
Player Cards
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Dynamo Kyiv
Midfielders
R. Mishpati
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S. Jehezkel
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T. Asante
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M. Camara
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Heitor
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R. Revivo
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I. Sissokho
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D. Peretz
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K. Belic
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O. Davida
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E. Madmon
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BENCH
O. Melika
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S. Saadia
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R. Shlomo
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D. Gropper
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Y. Malede
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N. Ben Harush
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B. Lederman
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I. Noy
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S. Abu Farhi
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I. Shahar
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I. Ben Hamo
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I. Nicolaescu
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Maccabi Tel Aviv
Midfielders
R. Neshcheret
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O. Karavaev
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K. Bilovar
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T. Mykhavko
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V. Dubinchak
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O. Pikhalyonok
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M. Mykhaylenko
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V. Buyalskyy
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A. Yarmolenko
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E. Guerrero
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N. Voloshyn
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BENCH
V. Morgun
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D. Ignatenko
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D. Popov
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O. Yatsyk
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V. Brazhko
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M. Shaparenko
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V. Kabaev
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V. Zakharchenko
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M. Bragaru
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M. Ponomarenko
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/21/2025 | Maccabi Tel Aviv | 3 - 1 | Dynamo Kyiv | UEFA Europa League | Gradski Stadion |
| 12/09/2015 | Dynamo Kyiv | 1 - 0 | Maccabi Tel Aviv | UEFA Champions League | NSK Olimpijs'kyj |
| 09/29/2015 | Maccabi Tel Aviv | 0 - 2 | Dynamo Kyiv | UEFA Champions League | Sammy Ofer Stadium |
08/21/2025
12/09/2015
09/29/2015
Dynamo Kyiv Win
Maccabi Tel Aviv Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Maccabi Tel Aviv Survive Kyiv's Early Scare to Advance
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 26/100. A lightning-fast start promised a historic Ukrainian comeback, but the ensuing ninety minutes dissolved into a gritty set-piece slugfest that ultimately saw the first-leg victors survive.
The Opening Act
Arena Lublin served as the temporary stage for a high-stakes European shootout. Trailing 3-1 from the first leg in this crucial play-off tie, Dynamo Kyiv knew exactly what was required to salvage their continental campaign. They flew out of the traps, elevating the Stakes immediately with a blistering pace that unsettled the visitors. Just five minutes into the contest, the stadium erupted when E. Guerrero found the back of the net, capitalising on a sharp, incisive delivery from O. Pikhalyonok. That crucial early opener completely shifted the aggregate complexion, slashing the daunting deficit to a single goal. The frenetic tempo suggested a relentless siege was imminent. For a fleeting moment, the Ukrainian side looked destined to overwhelm their opponents, dominating the early physical exchanges and keeping the ball firmly pinned in the attacking third as they hunted an equaliser.
The Pivot
Yet, the anticipated attacking onslaught never fully materialised on Polish soil. Instead of continuous, free-flowing football, the game rapidly deteriorated into a fractured, stop-start midfield battle. Maccabi Tel Aviv, acutely aware of their precarious 3-2 aggregate lead, wisely sacrificed possession for a rigid defensive shape. A remarkably modest Intensity rating tells the story of what followed over the next hour. The ball spent agonizing stretches out of play, resulting in a staggering 15 total corners between the two sides as the match became a disjointed affair. Dynamo Kyiv edged possession with 52 percent, but their massive set-piece pressure rarely translated into clear-cut shooting opportunities. D. Peretz, who orchestrated Maccabi's brilliant first-leg triumph with two goals, shifted his focus entirely, helping his side manage the clock, draw fouls, and weather the frustrating storm of repetitive, looping crosses.
The Resolution
As the clock mercilessly ticked down, the overarching Balance of the entire tie rested entirely on a knife-edge, even though the actual quality on the pitch significantly waned. Maccabi's disciplined defensive block absorbed the desperate aerial bombardment without panicking, impressively limiting the frantic hosts to just two shots on target all evening. The final whistle ultimately brought heavily contrasting emotions to the Arena Lublin turf. Dynamo Kyiv technically secured a hard-fought victory on the night, but it proved to be a completely hollow triumph. Maccabi Tel Aviv's resilient, cynical game management perfectly protected their slender aggregate advantage, officially sealing their lucrative qualification for the main competition. This grinding encounter certainly wasn't a classic for the neutral observer, but the pragmatic visitors did exactly what ruthless knockout football demands to survive and advance.
Key Questions
Who advanced to the main competition?
Maccabi Tel Aviv progressed to the main tournament, surviving this second leg to secure a 3-2 aggregate victory over Dynamo Kyiv.
Who scored the only goal of the match?
E. Guerrero scored for Dynamo Kyiv in the 5th minute, finishing off a sharp assist provided by O. Pikhalyonok.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
A Mountain to Climb in Lublin
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 25/100. A heavy first-leg deficit makes this a daunting task for Dynamo Kyiv, offering limited neutral appeal despite the high-stakes qualifying context.
The Setup
On August 28, 2025, Arena Lublin plays host to a do-or-die Europa League play-off. Dynamo Kyiv trail 3-1 on aggregate after Maccabi Tel Aviv stunned them in the first leg. Dynamo need two goals just to force extra time. The Stakes are entirely tied to continental survival. Despite Maccabi's shocking domestic Form—which features a painful five-match losing streak—they found magic when it mattered most. Dynamo's O. Karavaev must spark the midfield, but an uninspiring Stars rating indicates a distinct lack of marquee match-winners to guarantee the necessary fireworks.
Key Battle
The Ukrainian midfield against the Israeli low block. Maccabi Tel Aviv only need to protect their two-goal cushion, meaning their backline will sit deep and absorb pressure. Dynamo Kyiv's attackers must find ways through a heavily congested penalty area without leaving themselves exposed to a tie-ending counterattack.
Our Prediction
Dynamo will dominate possession and likely grab a goal, but breaching the visitors twice will prove too difficult. Expect a tight 1-1 draw on the night, sending Maccabi through on aggregate. A modest Balance suggests this could be a one-sided affair in terms of territory, but not necessarily on the scoreboard.