After the “Sheriff” team lost 0:3 against Belgium’s “Anderlecht,” their chances of staying in the Conference League significantly decreased. Euro-football.ru reported this.
At the end of the first half, Enrik Lyansana approached the opponent's penalty area and struck low from 19 meters, but the goalkeeper saved the ball. Later, a close-range goal was scored against the “Sheriff” goalkeeper.
A penalty was awarded to the visitors, but Mario Struykens' shot flew over the crossbar. In the second half, as a result of a quick attack by Anderlecht, Luis Vasquez struck low in a collision with the goalkeeper, but the goalkeeper blocked the ball with his foot.
Mamadi Diarra made an accurate pass from the right wing to the center, but Amarlido Joni headed the ball against the crossbar. Cesar Huerta took a powerful shot from 20 meters from the center of the field, but the goalkeeper made an excellent save.
In the 72nd minute, Anderlecht took a corner kick from the right wing. Adriano Bertacchini made an accurate pass to the near post, Nathan Saliba was left unmarked and scored with a single touch – the score was 0:1.
Then Joni controlled the ball in the opponent's half and made an accurate pass to the left wing. Elayja Odede was left unmarked and equalized the score with a precise shot – 1:1.
The final score of the match: Sheriff 1:1 Anderlecht. This result leveled the teams' chances and created an interesting situation for the upcoming matches.
During the game, both teams played actively and created many opportunities, but the goalkeepers' excellent performances prevented the score from changing. This match showcased strong competition and exciting football to the spectators.
