Kick-off on January 29, 2026, at 22:00.

In Matchday 8 of the Europa League league phase, Maccabi Tel Aviv will face Bologna at the Bačka Topola Stadium. The Israeli side will look to play proactively and apply pressure on the opponent’s defense, using quick runs down the flanks. The Italian team, possessing a high level of skill and tactical discipline, aims to control possession and operate through counterattacks.

Within the tournament, Maccabi Tel Aviv recorded a draw against Greek side PAOK, 0–0. However, its other matches ended in defeats to Lyon, 0–6, Stuttgart, 4–1, Midtjylland, 0–3, Dinamo Zagreb, 1–3, and Aston Villa, 2–0. The Israeli club’s strengths remain its organized defensive structure and the ability to execute rapid vertical attacks. To achieve success in the home fixture, the players need to improve the conversion of created chances and maintain maximum psychological resilience.

Watch the match Maccabi Tel Aviv — Bologna online on 29.01.2026 on MEGOGO.

Bologna has shown itself to be a disciplined and tactically flexible side, capable of picking up points against solid European opponents. During the current Europa League stage, the Italian team has claimed comeback victories over Celta Vigo, 1–2, Salzburg, 4–1, and FCSB, 1–2. The side has also shared the points in hard-fought matches against Freiburg, 1–1, and Brann, 0–0. The only narrow defeat came in an away game against Aston Villa, 1–0. Under the guidance of Vincenzo Italiano, it knows how to manage the tempo of the match effectively and make good use of set pieces.

Watch the live broadcast of the match Maccabi Tel Aviv — Bologna online on 29.01.2026 on MEGOGO.