CSKA Sofia 0:2 OFI Crete — Match Report

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

OFI Crete took a firm grip on this Europa League playoff tie with a 2-0 win away to CSKA Sofia. Thiago Nuss and Giannis Theodosoulakis scored the goals. CSKA had more of the ball but could not find a way past the OFI defence.

Nuss opened the scoring in the 36th minute. Theodosoulakis doubled the lead in the 78th minute to put the tie beyond reach. The match featured four yellow cards, for Dimitris Nikolaou, Cătălin Itu, Bruno Jordão and James Eto'o.

CSKA Sofia dominated possession with 56% and had six shots on target, yet OFI Crete were more clinical, recording seven efforts on target from 44% of the ball. The visitors also took five corners to CSKA's six.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of CSKA Sofia vs OFI Crete?

CSKA Sofia 0-2 OFI Crete (UEFA Europa League, Playoff round).

Who scored?

Thiago Nuss (36') for OFI Crete; Giannis Theodosoulakis (78') for OFI Crete.

Was OFI Crete's win deserved?

It was close — an evenly matched game.

Were there any cards in CSKA Sofia vs OFI Crete?

Yellow cards: Dimitris Nikolaou (OFI Crete); Cătălin Itu (CSKA Sofia); Bruno Jordão (CSKA Sofia); James Eto'o (CSKA Sofia).

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