Maccabi Tel Aviv Demolish Sheriff Tiraspol 5-0 in Europa League Blowout

Maccabi Tel Aviv delivered a stunning display of attacking football to thrash Sheriff Tiraspol 5-0 in their UEFA Europa League qualifying first leg on July 24, 2026. The Israeli side were at their devastating best in Moldova, effectively ending the tie as a contest in the first half alone.

The visitors took the lead inside ten minutes, and by the half-hour mark they were 3-0 up. Sheriff's defence had no answer to Maccabi's pace and movement. A fourth goal before the interval left the home side shell-shocked. The second half was a mere formality, but Maccabi continued to push forward and added a fifth late on to complete a comprehensive victory.

A Statement Performance

Sheriff Tiraspol, a side with a proud European pedigree, were completely outclassed. Maccabi Tel Aviv's attacking trio were unplayable, combining for four of the five goals. The midfield dominated possession and dictated the tempo throughout.

The result sends a clear message to potential future opponents. Maccabi Tel Aviv appear to be in formidable form, while Sheriff face an almost impossible task in the second leg. This 5-0 victory is one of the most eye-catching results of the entire qualifying round.