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Celje vs Gorica

Full Time

1. SNL · Season 2022

Stadion Z'dežele, Celje26 August 2022 at 19:15
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Celje

10
Away

Gorica

Referee: B. Kondić

Match Events

Celje
Gorica
Kick Off
2′Darko Hrka
Half Time
I. BožićA. Matko
46′
46′
L. MariničZ. Petrović
M. ZabukovnikT. Tomić
66′
66′
E. VelikonjaL. Vekić
66′
A. KrajncM. Iličić
71′
A. AhmetajM. Jukić
M. VrbanecV. Janjičić
76′
87′Luka Vekic
J. ŠpornA. Brecl
87′
N. KouterT. Matić
87′
90+8′Zvonimir Petrović
V. Janjičić

Penalty

90+5′
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Celje is 7.01, compared to — for Gorica. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Celje's highest-rated starter is M. Zabukovnik (7.01), while Gorica's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Celje deploy 4 defenders rated 7.01 on average, against Gorica's 3-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Celje field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Gorica's 6 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Celje start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Gorica averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 93% for Celje and —% for Gorica. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Age & Experience

The average age of Celje's starting XI is 25.0 (youngest: M. Zabukovnik (25), oldest: M. Zabukovnik (25)), while Gorica average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Celje's starters average 2 league appearances each, versus 0 for Gorica. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Celje3-4-33-4-3Gorica
GKDEFMIDFWD
22Rožman5Stojino.6Zec24Morozov19Zabukov.10Kouter8Šporn13Vrbanec14Ikwueme.9Božić47Gbamblé1Likar40Ankrah51Mevlja55Cerovec8Širok28Ahmetaj43Hrka3Urbančič99Krajnc7Velikon.30Marinič

Substitutes

Coach: R. Pylypchuk

Substitutes

Coach: M. Srebrnič

CeljePosition StrengthGorica
7.01
Avg Rating
7.01Defender (4 v 3)
0G 0A0G 0A
Celje3-4-3
22GoalkeeperM. Rožman
5DefenderD. Stojinović
6DefenderD. Zec
24DefenderG. Morozov
19DefenderM. Zabukovnik7.0
10MidfielderN. Kouter
8MidfielderJ. Šporn
13MidfielderM. Vrbanec
14ForwardC. Ikwuemesi
9ForwardI. Božić
47ForwardN. Gbamblé
Gorica3-4-3
1GoalkeeperU. Likar
51DefenderN. Mevlja
55DefenderD. Cerovec
8DefenderM. Širok
40MidfielderA. Ankrah
28MidfielderA. Ahmetaj
43MidfielderD. Hrka
3MidfielderJ. Urbančič
99MidfielderA. Krajnc
30MidfielderL. Marinič
7ForwardE. Velikonja

Match Summary

Celje defeated Gorica 1:0. The match was played in 1. SNL 2022. Goals were scored by V. Janjičić 90′ (pen.). 3 yellow cards were shown. Celje made 5 substitutions, Gorica made 4.

Rivalry since 2018

Celje vs Gorica Head to Head Results

11 stretnutí
Celje
5
wins
Drawn
3
Gorica
3
wins
Total goals
30 · 2.7/match
Both scored
5/11 · 45%
Over 2.5
4/11 · 36%

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Gorica

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Match Prediction

Celje

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Gorica

10%

Away win

Model advice

Winner : Celje

86%Form14%
70%Attack30%
53%Defence47%
50%Head-to-head50%
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026