26 August 2023 at 15:00

Bundesliga · Season 2023
Referee: S. Ebner

Match Summary

Red Bull Salzburg defeated Wolfsberger AC 2:1. The match was played in Bundesliga 2023. Goals were scored by M. Bamba 41′, S. Baidoo 60′, S. Koïta 73′. 10 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Wolfsberger AC had 35% possession while Red Bull Salzburg held 65%. Wolfsberger AC had 8 shots (3 on target) compared to 12 (5 on target) for Red Bull Salzburg. Wolfsberger AC made 5 substitutions, Red Bull Salzburg made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Wolfsberger AC and Red Bull Salzburg — 3 goals and 11 cards recorded during the match.

Wolfsberger AC
Red Bull Salzburg
Kick Off
A. JašićS. Tijani
39′
M. Bamba

assist: D. Baumgartner

41′
Half Time
46′
N. DorgelesR. Šimić
46′
D. KameriA. Ulmer
Nikolas Veratschnig57′
60′
S. Baidoo

assist: M. Kjærgaard

F. RiederA. Boakye
61′
T. BalloB. Zimmermann
61′
62′
K. KonatéS. Koïta
62′
O. GloukhFernando
Mario Leitgeb69′
73′
S. Koïta

assist: Fernando

M. LeitgebE. Omić
77′
M. BambaT. Sabitzer
77′
80′Andreas Ulmer
85′
M. KjærgaardA. Forson
Sandro Altunashvili90+6′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Wolfsberger AC had 35% possession against Red Bull Salzburg's 65%. Wolfsberger AC registered 8 shots (3 on target) while Red Bull Salzburg managed 12 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 4–9. Fouls committed: 23–13.

3Shots on Goal5
1Shots off Goal3
8Total Shots12
4Blocked Shots4
4Shots insidebox9
4Shots outsidebox3
23Fouls13
4Corner Kicks9
1Offsides0
35%Ball Possession65%
7Yellow Cards3
1Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves2
260Total passes486
147Passes accurate386
57%Passes %79%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Wolfsberger AC lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under M. Schmid, while Red Bull Salzburg deployed a 4-3-1-2 under G. Struber.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Wolfsberger AC is 6.79, compared to 6.86 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 (7.12), while Red Bull Salzburg's best-rated player is O. Gloukh (7.28).

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 (1G). 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 7.12 on average, against Red Bull Salzburg's 4-man backline averaging 6.66. 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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Red Bull Salzburg's 4 rated 7.28. 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 3 forward(s) averaging 6.47, 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 83% for Wolfsberger AC and 80% 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 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 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 26.0 (youngest: T. Ballo (23), oldest: D. Baumgartner (29)), while Red Bull Salzburg average 23.2 (youngest: S. Baidoo (21), oldest: A. Schlager (29)). 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 11 league appearances each, versus 8 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 ACPosition StrengthRed Bull Salzburg
6.79
Avg Rating
6.86
🧤 GK (1 v 1)7.03
0G 0A0G 0A
7.12🛡 DEF (4 v 4)6.66
1G 1A1G 4A
MID (3 v 4)7.28
0G 0A1G 0A
6.47 FWD (3 v 2)
0G 0A0G 0A
Wolfsberger AC4-3-3
1🧤GKH. Bonmann
17🛡DEFN. Veratschnig
22🛡DEFD. Baumgartner7.11G1A
4🛡DEFS. Kennedy
3🛡DEFJ. Scherzer
97MIDA. Jašić
16MIDM. Leitgeb
19MIDS. Altunashvili
23FWDF. Rieder
12FWDM. Bamba
11FWDT. Ballo6.5
Red Bull Salzburg4-3-1-2
24🧤GKA. Schlager7.0
70🛡DEFA. Dedić6.3
6🛡DEFS. Baidoo6.7
31🛡DEFS. Pavlović
14🛡DEFM. Kjærgaard7.01G4A
18MIDM. Bidstrup
27MIDL. Gourna-Douath
8MIDD. Kameri
30MIDO. Gloukh7.31G
19FWDK. Konaté
45FWDN. Dorgeles

Substitutes

9(F)B. Zimmermann
32(G)L. Gütlbauer

Substitutes

17(D)A. Ulmer
32(M)A. Forson

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Wolfsberger AC have recorded 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 defeats. Red Bull Salzburg show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

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Red Bull Salzburg

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Head to Head

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

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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