ÖFB rivals play out goalless draw

Kosovo were held to a 0-0 draw against Israel on matchday five of the UEFA Nations League.

Both sides had several scoring opportunities in the first half, but neither team was able to put the ball in the back of the net.

Sending-off goes unpunished

Kosovo started the second half on the front foot. Franco Foda's side repeatedly combined well to get into dangerous areas.

In the 67th minute, Veldin Hodza was shown a second yellow card for a tactical foul. Hodza had already been booked in the 20th minute for a foul.

The visitors from Israel subsequently failed to capitalise on their numerical advantage, and the match ended in a stalemate.

Strong position for the ÖFB

Although Kosovo remain unbeaten on six points, they are now two points behind the ÖFB team, who can secure the group win today against Ireland.

Israel remain bottom of the table on three points.