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Celje vs Gorica

Full Time

1. SNL · Season 2022

Stadion Z'dežele, Celje4 March 2023 at 14:00
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Celje

01
Away

Gorica

Referee: M. Matoša

Match Events

Celje
Gorica
Kick Off
Half Time
46′
M. JukićL. Stankovski
46′
J. AndrejašičD. Cerovec
49′
L. Stankovski
I. KargboL. Mačak
53′
C. IkwuemesiG. Bajde
53′
N. KouterV. Janjičić
53′
D. ŠtefuljT. Matić
59′
Matic Vrbanec67′
69′Ahmed Ankrah
78′
B. KarricaL. Vekić
M. VrbanecM. Zabukovnik
80′
84′
D. KolobarićM. Iličić
84′
Z. PetrovićA. Ankrah
Luka Bobičanec90+3′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal4
8Shots off Goal5
24Total Shots16
12Blocked Shots7
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
12Fouls14
5Corner Kicks6
0Offsides0
0Ball Possession0
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves4
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Celje is 7.04, 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 Ž. Karničnik (7.17), while Gorica's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Celje deploy 4 defenders rated 7.04 on average, against Gorica's 4-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 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Gorica's 4 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 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 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 88% 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.

Discipline

Celje's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Gorica. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Celje's starting XI is 30.5 (youngest: D. Vukliševič (30), oldest: Ž. Karničnik (31)), 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 4 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.

Celje4-3-34-2-3-1Gorica
GKDEFMIDFWD
69Obradov.23Karničn.3Vukliše.6Zec24Štefulj11Popovič13Vrbanec10Kouter99Kargbo14Ikwueme.44Bobičan.16Dajcar2Andreja.51Mevlja15Selimov.3Brekalo43Hrka71Jukić80Petrović28Ahmetaj11Karrica90Kolobar.

Substitutes

Coach: R. Pylypchuk

Substitutes

Coach: E. Reja

CeljePosition StrengthGorica
7.04
Avg Rating
7.04Defender (4 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
Celje4-3-3
69GoalkeeperM. Obradovič
23DefenderŽ. Karničnik7.2
3DefenderD. Vukliševič6.9
6DefenderD. Zec
24DefenderD. Štefulj
11MidfielderD. Popovič
13MidfielderM. Vrbanec
10MidfielderN. Kouter
44MidfielderL. Bobičanec
99ForwardI. Kargbo
14ForwardC. Ikwuemesi
Gorica4-2-3-1
16GoalkeeperM. Dajcar
2DefenderJ. Andrejašič
51DefenderN. Mevlja
15DefenderV. Selimović
3DefenderF. Brekalo
43MidfielderD. Hrka
71MidfielderM. Jukić
80MidfielderZ. Petrović
28MidfielderA. Ahmetaj
11ForwardB. Karrica
90ForwardD. Kolobarić

Match Summary

Gorica defeated Celje 1:0. The match was played in 1. SNL 2022. Goals were scored by L. Stankovski 49′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Celje had 24 shots (4 on target) compared to 16 (4 on target) for Gorica. Celje made 5 substitutions, Gorica made 5.

Rivalry since 2018

Celje vs Gorica Head to Head Results

11 stretnutí
Celje
6
wins
Drawn
3
Gorica
2
wins
Total goals
30 · 2.7/match
Both scored
5/11 · 45%
Over 2.5
4/11 · 36%

Recent Form

Celje

LWWWWW

Gorica

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Match Prediction

Celje

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Gorica

10%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : Celje or draw

83%Form17%
56%Attack44%
65%Defence35%
80%Head-to-head20%
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026