Match Preview: Sigma Olomouc vs Malmo FF
The second leg of the Europa League 2025/26 qualification play-off between Czech Republic’s Sigma Olomouc and Sweden’s Malmo FF is scheduled for August 28 at the Andruv Stadium in Olomouc. Malmo secured a significant advantage in the first leg, triumphing with a decisive 3-0 victory. This match promises to be a crucial encounter as Sigma looks to overturn the deficit against a strong Malmo side.
Referee Analysis: Radu Petrescu
Radu Petrescu (Romania) will officiate this crucial match.
Petrescu’s refereeing statistics from international matches during the 2024/25–2025/26 seasons are as follows:
- Matches officiated: 12
- Yellow cards shown (including second yellows): 54
- Average yellow cards per match: 4.5
- Red cards shown: 2
- Average fouls per match: 24
- Penalties awarded: 25% of matches
Mark Thompson