20 March 2022 at 13:30

Referee: A. Kijas

Match Summary

Red Bull Salzburg defeated Wolfsberger AC 4:1. The match was played in Bundesliga 2021. Goals were scored by N. Okafor 15′, C. Adamu 27′, R. Kristensen 36′, M. Kjærgaard 68′, E. Peretz 87′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Wolfsberger AC had 47% possession while Red Bull Salzburg held 53%. Wolfsberger AC had 6 shots (2 on target) compared to 17 (10 on target) for Red Bull Salzburg. Wolfsberger AC made 4 substitutions, Red Bull Salzburg made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Wolfsberger AC and Red Bull Salzburg — 5 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.

Wolfsberger AC
Red Bull Salzburg
Kick Off
15′
N. Okafor

assist: N. Capaldo

27′
C. Adamu

assist: N. Capaldo

36′
R. Kristensen

assist: N. Okafor

Half Time
M. TafernerT. Röcher
46′
C. WernitznigN. Veratschnig
46′
T. BariboM. Liendl
46′
46′
N. OkaM. Camara
62′
M. WöberA. Ulmer
68′
M. Kjærgaard

assist: N. Seiwald

D. VizingerS. Sprangler
73′
75′
L. SučićZ. Junuzović
75′
R. KristensenI. Van der Brempt
84′
K. PiątkowskiJ. Onguéné
E. Peretz

assist: M. Liendl

87′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Wolfsberger AC had 47% possession against Red Bull Salzburg's 53%. Wolfsberger AC registered 6 shots (2 on target) while Red Bull Salzburg managed 17 (10 on target). Corner kicks: 3–3. Fouls committed: 9–12.

2Shots on Goal10
2Shots off Goal5
6Total Shots17
2Blocked Shots2
5Shots insidebox12
1Shots outsidebox5
9Fouls12
3Corner Kicks3
0Offsides7
47%Ball Possession53%
0Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
6Goalkeeper Saves1
398Total passes443
251Passes accurate306
63%Passes %69%

Lineups

Wolfsberger AC lined up in a 4-3-1-2 formation under R. Dutt, while Red Bull Salzburg deployed a 4-3-1-2 under M. Jaissle.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Wolfsberger AC is 7.15, compared to 6.96 for Red Bull Salzburg. 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. Wolfsberger AC's highest-rated starter is D. Baumgartner (7.15), while Red Bull Salzburg's best-rated player is M. Kjærgaard (6.96).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Wolfsberger AC have contributed 1 goals and 1 assists this season, led by D. Baumgartner (1G). Red Bull Salzburg's starters account for 2 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by M. Kjærgaard (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Wolfsberger AC deploy 4 defenders rated 7.15 on average, against Red Bull Salzburg'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

Wolfsberger AC field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Red Bull Salzburg's 4 rated 6.96. 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

Wolfsberger AC start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Red Bull Salzburg 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 84% for Wolfsberger AC and 85% for Red Bull Salzburg. 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

Wolfsberger AC's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Red Bull Salzburg. 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 Wolfsberger AC's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: D. Baumgartner (29), oldest: D. Baumgartner (29)), while Red Bull Salzburg average 22.0 (youngest: M. Kjærgaard (22), oldest: M. Kjærgaard (22)). 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

Wolfsberger AC's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 16 for Red Bull Salzburg. 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.

Wolfsberger AC4-3-1-24-3-1-2Red Bull Salzburg
GKDEFMIDFWD
31Kofler27Novak17Scherzer22Baumgar.77Dedić16Leitgeb24Wernitz.7Peretz30Taferner9Vizinger11Baribo18Köhn95Bernardo39Wöber43Kristen.4Piątkow.77Okafor13Seiwald21Sučić7Capaldo14Kjærgaa.9Adamu

Substitutes

Coach: R. Dutt

Substitutes

Coach: M. Jaissle

Wolfsberger ACPosition StrengthRed Bull Salzburg
7.15
Avg Rating
6.96
7.15Defender (4 v 4)
1G 1A0G 0A
Midfielder (4 v 4)6.96
0G 0A2G 4A
Wolfsberger AC4-3-1-2
31GoalkeeperA. Kofler
27DefenderM. Novak
17DefenderJ. Scherzer
22DefenderD. Baumgartner7.21G1A
77DefenderA. Dedić
16MidfielderM. Leitgeb
24MidfielderC. Wernitznig
7MidfielderE. Peretz
30MidfielderM. Taferner
9ForwardD. Vizinger
11ForwardT. Baribo
Red Bull Salzburg4-3-1-2
18GoalkeeperP. Köhn
95DefenderBernardo
39DefenderM. Wöber
43DefenderR. Kristensen
4DefenderK. Piątkowski
13MidfielderN. Seiwald
21MidfielderL. Sučić
7MidfielderN. Capaldo
14MidfielderM. Kjærgaard7.02G4A
77ForwardN. Okafor
9ForwardC. Adamu

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Wolfsberger AC have recorded 0 wins, 3 draws and 3 defeats. Red Bull Salzburg show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

Wolfsberger AC

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Red Bull Salzburg

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Wolfsberger AC vs Red Bull Salzburg Head to Head Results

Wolfsberger AC and Red Bull Salzburg have met 3 times — Wolfsberger AC won 1, Red Bull Salzburg won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Red Bull Salzburg leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.67 per match (4 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2025.

1

Wolfsberger AC

0

Drawn

2

Red Bull Salzburg

Goals: 4Goals: 4

Recent Meetings (3)

1 Feb 2026Wolfsberger AC0 – 1Red Bull Salzburg
14 Dec 2025Red Bull Salzburg2 – 1Wolfsberger AC
13 Sept 2025Wolfsberger AC3 – 1Red Bull Salzburg
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 16 Apr 2026