Valletta FC vs FK Kukesi, 2018-19 1ST QUALIFYING ROUND
Overview
Match Preview
Valletta FC vs FK Kukesi — Champions League .
- Valletta FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- FK Kukesi 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Igor Pajac
- Referee Ivica Modric
- Referee Vedran Durak
- Referee Fran Jovic
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsenal FC | 8 | 24 |
| 2 | FC Bayern München | 8 | 21 |
| 3 | Liverpool FC | 8 | 18 |
| 4 | Tottenham Hotspur FC | 8 | 17 |
| 5 | FC Barcelona | 8 | 16 |
| 6 | Chelsea FC | 8 | 16 |
| 7 | Sporting Clube de Portugal | 8 | 16 |
| 8 | Manchester City FC | 8 | 16 |
| 9 | Real Madrid CF | 8 | 15 |
| 10 | FC Internazionale Milano | 8 | 15 |
| 11 | Paris Saint-Germain FC | 8 | 14 |
| 12 | Newcastle United FC | 8 | 14 |
| 13 | Juventus FC | 8 | 13 |
| 14 | Club Atlético de Madrid | 8 | 13 |
| 15 | Atalanta BC | 8 | 13 |
| 16 | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 8 | 12 |
| 17 | Borussia Dortmund | 8 | 11 |
| 18 | PAE Olympiakos SFP | 8 | 11 |
| 19 | Club Brugge KV | 8 | 10 |
| 20 | Galatasaray SK | 8 | 10 |
| 21 | AS Monaco FC | 8 | 10 |
| 22 | Qarabag Agdam FK | 8 | 10 |
| 23 | FK Bodø/Glimt | 8 | 9 |
| 24 | Sport Lisboa e Benfica | 8 | 9 |
| 25 | Olympique de Marseille | 8 | 9 |
| 26 | Paphos FC | 8 | 9 |
| 27 | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 8 | 9 |
| 28 | PSV | 8 | 8 |
| 29 | Athletic Club | 8 | 8 |
| 30 | SSC Napoli | 8 | 8 |
| 31 | FC København | 8 | 8 |
| 32 | AFC Ajax | 8 | 6 |
| 33 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 8 | 4 |
| 34 | SK Slavia Praha | 8 | 3 |
| 35 | Villarreal CF | 8 | 1 |
| 36 | FK Kairat | 8 | 1 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Jul | FK Kukesi | H | 1–1 | D |
| 11 Jul | FK Kukesi | A | 0–0 | D |
| 13 May | KF Shkendija 79 | H | 5–4 | W |
| 09 May | FK Kukesi | H | 1–0 | W |
| 05 May | Astana FK | A | 0–1 | L |
| 30 Apr | The New Saints FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Jul | Valletta FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 11 Jul | Valletta FC | H | 0–0 | D |
| 13 May | FK Suduva Marijampole | H | 3–0 | W |
| 09 May | Valletta FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| 05 May | The New Saints FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 28 Apr | Astana FK | H | 0–1 | L |
Key Stats
58%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (12 games)
H2H (12 games)
58%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' Valletta FC have kicked off against FK Kukesi. Both sides are eager to make an early statement.
- 5' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 8' It’s a booking for Valletta FC player. Joseph Zerafa gets a Yellow card.
- 13' A moment of individual brilliance could settle this. Both teams are waiting for that decisive action.
- 18' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 23' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 23 minutes.
- 28' Dino Spehar has been relatively quiet despite scoring 0 goals in his last 177 appearances.
- 33' Valletta FC are keeping things exceptionally tight at the back. It will take something special to break them down.
- 38' Both keepers have barely been tested. Valletta FC and FK Kukesi are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 39' The referee shows FK Kukesi player a Yellow card on 39.
- 44' FK Kukesi come into this ranked in Array. They desperately need points to push themselves up the standings.
- 49' The 38-year-old Miguel Alba has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 54' FK Kukesi have won 16 goals from 177 games. They will be desperate to add to that tally today.
- 57' Dino Spehar is ready to make an impact after coming on for Vangjel Zguro at the 57 minute mark.
- 62' A quiet spell here at . Valletta FC seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 65' Valon Ethemi is ready to make an impact after coming on for Arber Cyrbja at the 65 minute mark.
- 67' Santiago Malano doubles the advantage! 1-0 and this game is slipping away from the opposition.
- 70' That is a Yellow card for Valletta FC. Miguel Alba will be fuming at that decision.
- 75' With 0 assists to his name this season, Bogdan Gavrila is clearly more than just a goal scorer for Valletta FC.
- 78' A moment of madness from Simon Rrumbullaku on 78 minutes earns him a Yellow card. FK Kukesi will be frustrated.
- 83' The supporters are chanting for Julian Cruz Gill. He replaces Raed Ibrahim on 83 minute.
- 84' A goal from the Georgia international Irakli Dzaria! He fires home on 84 to make it 1-1!
- 86' The whistle greets Joseph Zerafa as he departs to be replaced by Kyrian Nwoko.
- 87' That is a Red card for FK Kukesi. Vangjel Zguro will be fuming at that decision.
- 90' Ylli Shameti was booked on 90.
- 90' The Valletta FC bench stirs into life. Miguel Alba is withdrawn and Bogdan Gavrila gets his opportunity.
- What a match! Full time at {STADIUM} — Valletta FC 1-1 FK Kukesi.
Lineups
Valletta FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 18
-
19
Joseph Zerafa ↓ Kyrian Nwoko 88'
- 24
- 1
- 5
- 4
-
20
Raed Ibrahim ↓ Julian Cruz Gill 83'
- 89
- 10
-
27
Miguel Alba ↓ Bogdan Gavrila 90'
- 8
Bench
- 41
-
77
Bogdan Gavrila ↑ 90'
- 22
- 9
-
6
Julian Cruz Gill ↑ 83'
- 16
-
14
Kyrian Nwoko ↑ 88'
Coach
Gilbert Agius
FK Kukesi Lineups
Starting XI
- 33
- 9
-
10
Donjet Shkodra ↓ Haris Harba 57'
- 26
- 4
- 23
- 77
-
18
Arber Cyrbja ↓ Valon Ethemi 65'
-
8
Vangjel Zguro ↓ Dino Spehar 57'
- 20
- 6
Bench
- 15
-
99
Dino Spehar ↑ 57'
-
28
Haris Harba ↑ 57'
- 21
- 24
-
27
Valon Ethemi ↑ 65'
- 91
Coach
Armando Cungu
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Irakli Dzaria | 1 |
| Santiago Malano | 1 |
| Irakli Dzaria | 1 |
| Santiago Malano | 1 |
Head to Head
Valletta FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.4
Valletta FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.1
FK Kukesi xG
I would bet for:
Markets are evenly balanced — no clear value pick.
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.5
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 90% |
|
10% |
| ± 1.5 | 71% |
|
29% |
| ± 2.5 | 45% |
|
55% |
| ± 3.5 | 25% |
|
75% |
| ± 4.5 | 12% |
|
88% |
Double Chance
Valletta FC or Draw
73%
Draw or FK Kukesi
54%
Valletta FC or FK Kukesi
72%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
Actual
1 – 0
10.4%
0 – 0
10.3%
2 – 1
8.5%
0 – 1
7.9%
2 – 0
7.8%
1 – 2
6.7%
0 – 2
4.8%
2 – 2
4.8%
3 – 1
4%
3 – 0
3.6%
1 – 3
2.5%
Asian Handicap — Valletta FC
| Handicap | Valletta FC covers | Push | FK Kukesi covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 8% | — | 92% |
| -2 | 8% | 13% | 79% |
| -1.5 | 21% | — | 79% |
| -1 | 21% | 22% | 58% |
| -0.5 | 42% | — | 58% |
| +0.5 | 72% | — | 28% |
| +1 | 72% | 17% | 11% |
| +1.5 | 89% | — | 11% |
| +2 | 89% | 8% | 4% |
| +2.5 | 96% | — | 4% |
Clean Sheet
Valletta FC keeps clean sheet
34%
✓
FK Kukesi keeps clean sheet
25%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.