Slovakia vs Moldova — match summary
Europe · UEFA Nations League · kick-off 27 Sept 2026 01:45
Full time · score 2-0
pPS pre-match readiness (0-100): Slovakia 55 · Moldova 32
mPS in-play performance (0-100): Slovakia 45 · Moldova 31
Shots on target 3-1 · corners 7-3 · possession 68-32
NextGOAL tip: Slovakia -1.75 · 2 stars
This UEFA Nations League match brings Slovakia to host Moldova. The two teams have never been on the same path in the league, but they meet in this continental competition. This time is different from a normal match in that there are no points in the table to chase. It is a game decided directly by the pattern of play on the pitch. Slovakia have come through a tough spell, losing in World Cup qualifying before returning to win their last two friendly matches. Moldova, meanwhile, have just lost in World Cup qualifying and have not won any of their last five, with their defense in particular conceding 7.9 shots on target per game based on data from their last 10 matches in all competitions, while Slovakia clearly dominate possession and shoot on target more. If Slovakia start by pushing Moldova deep and controlling the midfield as expected, the game should flow in one direction, with Moldova, who have little possession and concede frequently late in matches, likely waiting mainly for counter-attacking moments. But if Slovakia still lack sharpness in the final third as they have recently, the game may not be as one-sided as the pattern of play suggests.