Luxembourg claimed a crucial 2-0 win over Malta in the first leg of the 2024-25 UEFA Nations League Relegation Playoffs. Vincent Thill opened the scoring in the 47th minute, followed by Mathias Olesen’s dramatic stoppage-time strike in the 90+3rd minute. This result puts Luxembourg in a strong position heading into the second leg.
Luxembourg 2-0 Malta – UEFA Nations League
Match Formations
Malta lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, while Luxembourg opted for a 4-1-4-1 setup.
Starting Lineups
Malta Lineup
- 1 Henry Bonello
- 3 Ryan Camenzuli
- 13 Enrico Pepe
- 5 Kurt Shaw
- 22 Muscat
- 23 Satariano
- 6 Guillaumier
- 20 Ylyas Chouaref
- 10 Teddy Teuma
- 8 Joseph Mbong
- 11 Irvin Cardona
Luxembourg Lineup
- Vincent Thill
- Mathias Olesen
- Danel Sinani
- (and others)
Key Match Events
- KO
- 37′
- HT
- 47′ Goal! Malta 0, Luxembourg 1. Vincent Thill.
- 60′
- 68′
- 69′
- 78′
- 87′
- 88′
- 89′
- 90+3′ Goal! Malta 0, Luxembourg 2. Mathias Olesen.
- 90+6′
- 90+8′ Second Half ends, Malta 0, Luxembourg 2.
- FT
Match Commentary Highlights
Match ends, Malta 0, Luxembourg 2. Second Half ends, Malta 0, Luxembourg 2. Substitution, Luxembourg. Enzo de Pina Duarte dos Santos replaces Danel Sinani.
Match Statistics
| Stat | Malta | Luxembourg |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 42.9% | 57.1% |
| Shots on Goal | 3 | 2 |
| Shot Attempts | 10 | 7 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 0 |
| Corner Kicks | 1 | 3 |
| Saves | 0 | 3 |
Fans searching for the latest Resultados Futbol Hoy will find Luxembourg’s efficient performance a standout, with their clinical finishing proving decisive despite Malta’s higher shot volume. Stay updated on all UEFA Nations League action through Resultados Futbol Hoy.
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