In the second qualifying round of the Champions League, Armenia's "Ararat" team hosted Romania's "Universitatya" club. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.
In the first half of the match, the "Ararat" team tested the goalkeeper several times, but could not defeat him. Attacks organized by Gabriel Simon and Dan Nistor were ineffective.
At the same time, Issuf Makalu launched a quick counterattack and passed the ball to Nistor, but his shot was blocked by the goalkeeper. In the 61st minute, the Armenians' attack was led by Joao Markos, who entered the opponent's penalty area after receiving a pass from Armen Ambartsumyan.
Markos's shot was saved by the goalkeeper in a struggle with the defender, and only the goalpost prevented the guests from conceding a goal. The match ended with a score of 0:0.
Goals will be determined in the return match, which will take place next week in Romania. In the match, players such as Oganesyan Kamo, Grigoryan Edgar, Muradyan Karen, and Ambartsumyan Armen took the field for the "Ararat" team.
On the other hand, Bruno Pinto, Keyrush Joao, Balanta Xuan, and other players played for "Universitatya." Although both teams tried to create opportunities, the goalkeepers and defensive lines performed well.
The return match is eagerly awaited.
