Victoria - Balkani - 1:0. Conference League. Match review, statistics

On 21 September, one of the matches of the Football Conference League took place. Victoria (Czech Republic) and Balkani (Kosovo) met.

Виктория - Балкани - 1:0. Лига конференций. Обзор матча, статистика

Conference League

Victoria (Czech Republic) - Balkani (Kosovo) - 1:0 (0:0)
Goals: Lukas Kalvac (73)

Warnings: A. Thaqi (54), P. Sulc (64), T. Chori (67), J. Kliment (90+1), E. Kuc (90+5), Lukas Kalvac (90+7).

Review of the match Victoria - Balkani:

In an exciting football match between Pilsen and Balkani, both teams fought hard to win the UEFA Conference Europa League. The match took place at the prestigious Doosan Aréna stadium, where the fans were eagerly awaiting the result. The first half of the game was a tense battle on the pitch, with both teams displaying strong defensive tactics. Despite numerous attempts from both sides, the score remained 0-0 at half-time. The players showed great skill and determination, but the goalkeepers held firmly to the ball, preventing any scoring opportunities. In the 54th minute, Ballkani player A. Taki received a yellow card after being cautioned for a foul during play. It was a tense moment for the team who were keen to avoid more penalties and setbacks. In the 60th minute, the first substitution of the match took place as Ballkani player G. Halili was replaced by A. Potoku. This move was aimed at bringing fresh energy and attacking opportunities into the game, hoping to break the staunch Pilsen defence. In the 63rd minute, Pilsen quickly responded with a substitution. P. Buch was replaced by I. Traore, a tactical manoeuvre by the coach aimed at strengthening the midfield and creating more chances up front. A few minutes later, P. Sulc received a yellow card in the 64th minute, which further increased the intensity of the game. The physicality of the game was evident as both teams fought passionately for control and dominance.

In the 67th minute, another yellow card was given to Pilsen player T. Csori, who played a key role in the team's attack. In the 69th minute, Pilsen made a second substitution, replacing T. Chory with J. Kliment. Kliment. The coach expected that Kliment's fresh legs and his goal scoring ability would turn the game in their favour. In the 73rd minute, the Balkans responded with their own substitution: V. Hamidi came into the game instead of A. Krieziou. It was a strategic move by the team, who hoped to add attacking skill and creativity in the final third. However, in the 73rd minute Plzeň still achieved their goal. L. Kalvac scored a magnificent goal, which delighted the fans. The stadium erupted in cheers as Pilsen took the lead, securing the much-needed advantage. Towards the end of the match, both teams made additional substitutions to strengthen their positions. In the 83rd minute, A. Berisha replaced V. Limaj and L. Trasci replaced B. Tolaj. Pilsen responded by replacing P. Sulc for A. Vlkanov and R. Durosinmi for M. Vydra in the 87th minute. In the last minutes of the match the tension increased, the players fought to maintain their advantage. This led to several yellow cards: in the 90th minute Pilsen players J. Kliment and L. Kalvačmi were cautioned. Kliment and L. Kalvac, as well as Balkan player E. Kuc. The match ended with a 1-0 victory for Pilsen. It was a hard fought game by both sides, showing their determination and resilience. The fans celebrated the victory of their team and Pilsen could be proud of their performance in the Europa League at the Doosan Aréna Stadium.

The following matches await the opponents in the next round: Astana - Victoria, Balkani - Dinamo.

Statistics of the match Victoria - Balkani: