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Sampdoria vs Spal

Luigi Ferraris, Genova4 December 2018 at 19:45
21
Away

SPAL

Referee: Aleandro Di Paolo

Match Events

Sampdoria
SPAL
Kick Off
34′
S. Floccari

assist: L. Dickmann

G. Defrel

assist: J. Jankto

45+1′
Half Time
56′Thiago Cionek
B. BereszyńskiG. Rolando
70′
71′
M. ValotiJ. Kurtič
78′
S. FloccariG. Moncini
D. Kownacki

assist: J. Jankto

82′
R. Vieira NanK. Linetty
84′
87′
M. ValdifioriF. Viviani
88′Federico Viviani
R. SaponaraG. Caprari
88′
Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal3
11Shots off Goal4
17Total Shots7
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
11Fouls12
8Corner Kicks2
1Offsides1
52%Ball Possession48%
0Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves4
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Sampdoria is 6.90, compared to — for SPAL. 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. Sampdoria's highest-rated starter is A. Ferrari (6.90), while SPAL's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Sampdoria deploy 4 defenders rated 6.90 on average, against SPAL'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

Sampdoria field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus SPAL'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

Sampdoria start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for SPAL 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 92% for Sampdoria and —% for SPAL. 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 Sampdoria's starting XI is 31.0 (youngest: A. Ferrari (31), oldest: A. Ferrari (31)), while SPAL 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

Sampdoria's starters average 1 league appearances each, versus 0 for SPAL. 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.

Sampdoria4-3-1-24-4-2SPAL
GKDEFMIDFWD
33Rafael24Bereszy.7Sala15Colley25Ferrari5Saponara10Praet14Jankto4Nan92Defrel99Kownacki32Savić3Djourou4Cionek33Costa14Bonifazi24Dickmann25Luiz16Valdifi.8Valoti10Floccari43Paloschi

Substitutes

Coach: M. Giampaolo

Substitutes

Coach: L. Semplici

SampdoriaPosition StrengthSPAL
6.90
Avg Rating
6.90Defender (4 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
Sampdoria4-3-1-2
33GoalkeeperRafael
24DefenderB. Bereszyński
7DefenderJ. Sala
15DefenderO. Colley
25DefenderA. Ferrari6.9
5MidfielderR. Saponara
10MidfielderD. Praet
14MidfielderJ. Jankto
4MidfielderR. Vieira Nan
92ForwardG. Defrel
99ForwardD. Kownacki
SPAL4-4-2
32GoalkeeperV. Savić
3DefenderJ. Djourou
4DefenderT. Cionek
14DefenderK. Bonifazi
24DefenderL. Dickmann
33MidfielderF. Costa
25MidfielderEverton Luiz
16MidfielderM. Valdifiori
8MidfielderM. Valoti
10ForwardS. Floccari
43ForwardA. Paloschi

Match Summary

Sampdoria defeated SPAL 2:1. The match was played in Coppa Italia 2018. Goals were scored by S. Floccari 34′, G. Defrel 45′, D. Kownacki 82′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Sampdoria had 52% possession while SPAL held 48%. Sampdoria had 17 shots (6 on target) compared to 7 (3 on target) for SPAL. Sampdoria made 3 substitutions, SPAL made 3.

Rivalry since 2017

Sampdoria vs SPAL Head to Head Results

6 stretnutí
Sampdoria
5
wins
Drawn
0
SPAL
1
wins
Total goals
16 · 2.7/match
Both scored
3/6 · 50%
Over 2.5
4/6 · 67%

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