Israel
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Kosovo
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In the parallel match of Austria's group, Israel and Kosovo played out a goalless draw on the third matchday of the Nations League.
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Franco Foda's side had more of the play in the first half, but the Israelis had the better chances. Liel Abada (30') and Tai Baribo (31') created good opportunities, but Amir Saipi was there on both occasions.
After halftime, Israel was initially the better team, with Dor Peretz missing a good chance for the "Nivheret Hatchele" (56').
After a good spell from Foda's team with chances from Ermal Krasniqi (65') and Valmir Matoshi (74'), Ilay Feingold then missed a header from a promising position at the other end (78'). Fisnik Asllani squandered a good chance for Kosovo in the closing stages (83').
Malta and Gibraltar Also Play Out a Draw
After three matches, "Dardanët" remains level on points with Ireland in second place, while Israel secures their first point.
Meanwhile, Malta and Gibraltar drew 1-1 in Group D1, while earlier, Liechtenstein earned their first point in Group D2 away to Azerbaijan.