Sheriff Tiraspol delivered a commanding performance to thrash Prishtina 4-0 in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League qualifier on July 11, 2025. The Moldovan champions, known for their European pedigree, took a giant stride towards the next round with a dominant display at home. Sheriff opened the scoring early and never looked back, adding three more goals to put one foot in the next qualifying phase. The comprehensive victory all but secures their progression, leaving Prishtina with a monumental task in the return leg. This result reinforces Sheriff Tiraspol's reputation as a formidable opponent in continental competition, especially in the early stages played at their fortress in Tiraspol.