San Marino vs Cyprus — Pass Map

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San Marino 0 – 4 Cyprus

World Cup Qualification UEFA · 12 Oct 2025

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High xG assisted

Tactical Themes

Controlling possession from deep

S. Andreou completed 86 passes with near-perfect accuracy while accumulating 106 touches, establishing himself as Cyprus's primary ball distributor. His high volume and efficiency allowed Cyprus to dominate possession and dictate tempo throughout the match.

Threading chances despite low quality

K. Pileas created 3 key passes despite registering zero expected assists, showing his ability to pick out teammates in dangerous areas. These open-play contributions provided Cyprus with creative outlets even when underlying metrics suggested limited clear-cut opportunities.

Overwhelming defensive workload

M. Cevoli made 17 combined tackles, interceptions, recoveries, and clearances, anchoring San Marino's defensive shape. His constant intervention and ball-winning efforts were essential to limiting Cyprus's attacking fluidity despite the possession imbalance.

Quick creative impact off bench

A. Correia delivered 2 key passes in just 36 minutes as a substitute, immediately influencing Cyprus's attacking rhythm. His fresh energy provided a creative spark when the match required changed approach late on.