Europa League: Maccabi Tel Aviv–Bologna 0-3, Rossoblù into the Playoffs

Turin, Jan. 29 (LaPresse) – Bologna win 3-0 away to Maccabi Tel Aviv on the neutral pitch of Backa Topola in Serbia in the match valid for the final day of the Europa League “league phase.” The Rossoblù secure a spot in the playoffs, earning home advantage for the return leg, but fail to reach the top eight positions and direct qualification to the Round of 16. In the first half, Rowe broke the deadlock in the 35th minute, quick to pounce on Melika’s short rebound after Moro’s shot from the edge of the box. Early in the second half, in the 47th minute, Orsolini doubled the lead with a solo run and a left-footed strike at the near post. Deep into stoppage time, Pobega sealed the 3-0 score with a precise finish from the heart of the area after an assist from the left.