Malisheva vs Hibernian preview

Europe flag 2026/2027 Europa Conference League, Europe
Stadiumi Fadil Vokrri Today - 2:30 PM
Europa Conference League
Malisheva Malisheva
Hibernian HIB
KICKOFF : Today - 2:30 PM
2nd Qualifying Round Leg 1 of 2

CONTEXT

Malisheva welcomes Hibernian to Stadiumi Fadil Vokrri for the first leg of their Europa Conference League second qualifying round tie. The visitors carry a clear overall edge with a power score of 70.09 against the hosts 53.62, creating a 16.5 point advantage that marks them as the stronger side. Form readings show Malisheva at 25 and Hibernian at 0, though recent match specifics remain limited. Both clubs operate without domestic league positions in this international setting. Set piece metrics carry low confidence and rely on proxy inputs, leaving detailed breakdowns unavailable. The encounter opens a two leg knockout path where the opening result will shape the return fixture. Hibernian will look to impose their superior structure while Malisheva seeks to exploit home conditions.

TL;DR

  • Structural: Hibernian holds a 16.5 point power advantage over Malisheva.
  • Form: Malisheva enters with a form score of 25 while Hibernian sits at 0.
  • Squad: Hibernian is identified as the stronger squad on overall metrics.
  • Efficiency: Efficiency data remains unavailable for both teams.
  • Transition: Transition metrics are not supplied in the current dataset.
  • Set pieces: Set piece data shows low confidence and uses proxy inputs for both sides.
  • xVariable: The 16.5 point power gap stands as the key differentiator.
  • Market: Malisheva 17.6% (Δ+0%) | Draw 22.3% (Δ+0%) | Hibernian 60.1% (Δ+0%).
No standings statistics available.
No head-to-head records found.
0.5+ goals: 85%
1.5+ goals: 70%
2.5+ goals: 50%
3.5+ goals: 25%
Confidence: High (≥8 matches)

Quality vs Volume

Home: xG 1.8, Shots 12, xG/Shot 0.15
Away: xG 1.5, Shots 14, xG/Shot 0.11

Open Play vs Set Play

Open Play: 65%
Set Play: 35%

Expected Points

TeamxPts
Home1.8
Away1.2
ℹ️ Methodology: Expected Goals (xG) measures shot quality
Jan 25 vs Team A
Feb 1 vs Team B
Feb 8 vs Team C
Malisheva T. Brdarić
T. Brdarić
VS
Hibernian D. Gray
D. Gray
1.5
Avg Points / Game (Last 100 Matches)
0
1.5 i
Last 6 Opponents
Vllaznia Shkodër Rank: 46 W
Vllaznia Shkodër Rank: 45 L
Avg Points / Game (Last 6 Matches)
0 i
0
Head to Head (Wins - Draws - Losses)
0 - 0 - 0
0
No sidelined player data available.

Win Probabilities

Live Win Probability (90 Min)
Home Malisheva
17.57%
Draw
22.34%
Away Hibernian
60.09%

Team Power Ranking

i
What is Power Ranking?
Power ranking is SportMonks' model-based team strength indicator. Historical input capped to 2 seasons.
53.62
70.09
0 (Weakest) 100 (Strongest)
Metric
Malisheva
Hibernian
Power Score
53.62
70.09
League Position
-
-
Global Rank
721
237

Form Analysis Opponent-Weighted

Line chart of recent results (points/trend). Friendlies excluded by default. Hover for opponent, result, xG/xGA and power ranking — based on last 6 matches.

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vs
Malisheva — Opponent-weighted form score
Hibernian — Opponent-weighted form score
Win (3 pts) Draw (1 pt) Loss (0 pts) Malisheva Hibernian

Team Head to Head Last 6 Seasons

Summary of 0 matches between these sides — filtered by competition and venue context.

Malisheva Malisheva Home
0 matches
Hibernian HIB Away
Match Record
0
Wins
0
0
Draws
0
0
Losses
0
Goals
0
Goals Scored
0
0
Goals Conceded
0
0
Goal Difference
0
Expected Goals
0
xG
0
0
xGA
0

Data last updated: 2026-07-22T00:06:10+00:00

General Information

Date & Time
Jul 23, 2026, 02:30 PM
Competition
2026/2027 Europa Conference League, Europe · 2nd Qualifying Round · Leg 1 of 2
Stadium
Stadiumi Fadil Vokrri
Capacity
13500
Pitch Surface
Grass
Weather
☀️ 12°C, Fair
Referees
Romain Lissorgue
Hicham Zakrani
Mikael Berchebru
Marc Bollengier

Squad

Referee : Romain Lissorgue

Squad ▼

1
Ilir Avdyli
Ilir Avdyli Goalkeeper
25
Adnan Kanurić
Adnan Kanurić Goalkeeper
27
Andreas Skovgaard
Andreas Skovgaard Defender
20
Arbër Pira
Arbër Pira Defender
5
Dren Kryeziu
Dren Kryeziu Defender
55
Keslin Shani
Keslin Shani Defender
2
Arlind Veliu
Arlind Veliu Defender
33
Redjep Murati
Redjep Murati Defender
3
Omer Bajraktari
Omer Bajraktari Defender
6
Besnik Ferati
Besnik Ferati Midfielder
8
Mark Bushaj
Mark Bushaj Midfielder
30
Donart Vitija
Donart Vitija Midfielder
28
Robert Mathieu Ndjigi II
Robert Mathieu Ndjigi II Midfielder
19
Emir Zogaj
Emir Zogaj Midfielder
18
Valjmir Nafiu
Valjmir Nafiu Attacker
17
Vüsal İsgəndərli
Vüsal İsgəndərli Attacker
99
Dzemal Ibishi
Dzemal Ibishi Attacker
10
Laurent Xhylani
Laurent Xhylani Attacker
9
Krenar Dulaj
Krenar Dulaj Attacker
Referee : Romain Lissorgue

Squad ▼

13
Jordan Smith
Jordan Smith Goalkeeper
1
Raphael Sallinger
Raphael Sallinger Goalkeeper
31
Murray Johnson
Murray Johnson Goalkeeper
4
Grant Hanley
Grant Hanley Defender
21
Jordan Obita
Jordan Obita Defender
25
Felix Passlack
Felix Passlack Defender
5
Warren O'Hora
Warren O'Hora Defender
12
Christopher Cadden
Christopher Cadden Defender
6
Jason Kerr
Jason Kerr Defender
33
Rocky Bushiri
Rocky Bushiri Defender
15
Jack Iredale
Jack Iredale Defender
27
Kanayochukwu Megwa
Kanayochukwu Megwa Defender
3
Adam Major
Adam Major Defender
11
Joe Newell
Joe Newell Midfielder
17
Jamie McGrath
Jamie McGrath Midfielder
19
Nicky Cadden
Nicky Cadden Midfielder
28
Alasana Manneh
Alasana Manneh Midfielder
23
Callum Wright
Callum Wright Midfielder
32
Josh Campbell
Josh Campbell Midfielder
8
Josh Mulligan
Josh Mulligan Midfielder
47
Azeem Abdulai
Azeem Abdulai Midfielder
14
Miguel Changa Chaiwa
Miguel Changa Chaiwa Midfielder
30
Jacob MacIntyre
Jacob MacIntyre Midfielder
20
Rudi Allan Molotnikov
Rudi Allan Molotnikov Midfielder
10
Martin Boyle
Martin Boyle Attacker
18
Thibault Klidje
Thibault Klidje Attacker
22
Ante Šuto
Ante Šuto Attacker
9
Nathan Lowe
Nathan Lowe Attacker
7
Owen Elding
Owen Elding Attacker

CONCLUSION

Hibernian arrives as the clear favorite given their elevated power rating and structural edge. Malisheva will rely on home support and any early momentum to offset the deficit in overall quality. Limited form history adds uncertainty yet the visitors appear better equipped to control proceedings. Set piece and efficiency details stay sparse so emphasis falls on open play execution. The first leg offers both sides a chance to set the tone ahead of the return fixture. Hibernian should aim to secure a positive result on the road while Malisheva must maximize every home opportunity to stay competitive in the tie.