Rijeka 1, AS Omonoia Leukosias 0

STROVOLOS, Cyprus (Interstat) — A late goal from substitute Daniel Adu-Adjei defied both the hostile atmosphere and pregame projections, lifting Croatian side Rijeka to a narrow 1-0 victory over AS Omonoia Leukosias in Europa League play on Thursday afternoon at a packed Neo GSP Stadium. The match, a preliminary round encounter in Europe’s secondary club competition, was largely characterized by disciplined defensive structures and midfield friction, with the decisive moment arriving deep into the second half. Despite being heavily favored by statistical models, Rijeka struggled to break down a resolute Omonoia side for much of the contest before their bench… Read more...