18 November 2022 at 19:30

Referee: P. Raczkowski

Match Summary

Lechia Gdansk defeated Gornik Zabrze 2:1. The match was played in Ekstraklasa 2022. Goals were scored by E. Bergström 45′, M. Maloča 84′, L. Zwoliński 90′. 7 yellow cards were shown. Lechia Gdansk had 44% possession while Gornik Zabrze held 56%. Lechia Gdansk had 9 shots (2 on target) compared to 19 (5 on target) for Gornik Zabrze. Lechia Gdansk made 4 substitutions, Gornik Zabrze made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Rafał Pietrzak 13′).

Match Events

Key match events between Lechia Gdansk and Gornik Zabrze — 3 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.

Lechia Gdansk
Gornik Zabrze
Kick Off
Penalty cancelled13′
VAR
45+1′
E. Bergström

assist: E. Janža

Half Time
F. KoperskiD. Stec
46′
Marco Terrazzino51′
Flávio PaixãoL. Zwoliński
56′
İ. DurmuşB. Diabaté
56′
57′Richard Jensen
64′
S. WłodarczykP. Krawczyk
J. KałuzińskiD. Piła
67′
Dušan Kuciak73′
76′
Ł. PodolskiM. Cholewiak
76′
Dani PachecoB. Vrhovec
M. Maloča

assist: B. Diabaté

84′
90+4′Robert Dadok
90+1′
K. OkunukiR. Dadok
90+1′
R. JensenA. Paluszek
L. Zwoliński

assist: M. Nalepa

90+6′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Lechia Gdansk had 44% possession against Gornik Zabrze's 56%. Lechia Gdansk registered 9 shots (2 on target) while Gornik Zabrze managed 19 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 2–6. Fouls committed: 13–17.

2Shots on Goal5
6Shots off Goal6
9Total Shots19
1Blocked Shots8
7Shots insidebox9
2Shots outsidebox10
13Fouls17
2Corner Kicks6
2Offsides3
44%Ball Possession56%
2Yellow Cards5
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves0
420Total passes535
322Passes accurate423
77%Passes %79%

Lineups

Lechia Gdansk lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under M. Kaczmarek, while Gornik Zabrze deployed a 3-4-2-1 under B. Gaul.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Lechia Gdansk is —, compared to 6.80 for Gornik Zabrze. 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. Lechia Gdansk's highest-rated starter is —, while Gornik Zabrze's best-rated player is E. Janža (7.15).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Lechia Gdansk have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Gornik Zabrze's starters account for 3 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by E. Janža (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Lechia Gdansk deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Gornik Zabrze's 3-man backline averaging 6.73. 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

Lechia Gdansk field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Gornik Zabrze's 4 rated 7.15. 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

Lechia Gdansk start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Gornik Zabrze averaging 6.51. 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 —% for Lechia Gdansk and 83% for Gornik Zabrze. 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

Lechia Gdansk's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Gornik Zabrze. 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 Lechia Gdansk's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Gornik Zabrze average 32.0 (youngest: K. Szcześniak (24), oldest: Ł. Podolski (40)). 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

Lechia Gdansk's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 19 for Gornik Zabrze. 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.

Lechia Gdansk4-2-3-13-4-2-1Gornik Zabrze
GKDEFMIDFWD
12Kuciak72Koperski25Nalepa23Maloča2Pietrzak88Kałuziń.6Kubicki99Durmuş33Terrazz.20Conrado28Paixão1Bielica5Szcześn.13Bergstr.3Jensen15Wojtusz.7Pacheco23Jules64Janža20Włodarc.33Okunuki10Podolski

Substitutes

Coach: M. Kaczmarek

Substitutes

Coach: B. Gaul

Lechia GdanskPosition StrengthGornik Zabrze
Avg Rating
6.80
Defender (4 v 3)6.73
0G 0A0G 1A
Midfielder (5 v 4)7.15
0G 0A3G 1A
Forward (1 v 3)6.51
0G 0A0G 0A
Lechia Gdansk4-2-3-1
12GoalkeeperD. Kuciak
72DefenderF. Koperski
25DefenderM. Nalepa
23DefenderM. Maloča
2DefenderR. Pietrzak
88MidfielderJ. Kałuziński
6MidfielderJ. Kubicki
99Midfielderİ. Durmuş
33MidfielderM. Terrazzino
20MidfielderConrado
28ForwardFlávio Paixão
Gornik Zabrze3-4-2-1
1GoalkeeperD. Bielica
5DefenderK. Szcześniak6.71A
13DefenderE. Bergström
3DefenderR. Jensen
15MidfielderN. Wojtuszek
7MidfielderDani Pacheco
23MidfielderJ. Jules
64MidfielderE. Janža7.23G1A
20ForwardS. Włodarczyk
33ForwardK. Okunuki
10ForwardŁ. Podolski6.5

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Lechia Gdansk have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Gornik Zabrze show 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.

Lechia Gdansk

DLWWLW

Gornik Zabrze

WDWWDW

Lechia Gdansk vs Gornik Zabrze Head to Head Results

Lechia Gdansk and Gornik Zabrze have met 14 times — Lechia Gdansk won 6, Gornik Zabrze won 4, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2018. Lechia Gdansk leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 14 meetings. A combined 47 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.36 per match (27 for the home side, 20 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 10 matches (71%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 9 games (64%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–2 in 2025.

6

Lechia Gdansk

4

Drawn

4

Gornik Zabrze

Goals: 27Goals: 20

Recent Meetings (14)

5 Dec 2025Lechia Gdansk5 – 2Gornik Zabrze
2 Dec 2025Lechia Gdansk1 – 3Gornik Zabrze
20 Jul 2025Gornik Zabrze2 – 1Lechia Gdansk
9 Mar 2025Lechia Gdansk1 – 2Gornik Zabrze
1 Sept 2024Gornik Zabrze2 – 3Lechia Gdansk
4 Feb 2023Gornik Zabrze1 – 1Lechia Gdansk
18 Apr 2022Gornik Zabrze1 – 3Lechia Gdansk
23 Oct 2021Lechia Gdansk1 – 1Gornik Zabrze
20 Feb 2021Lechia Gdansk2 – 0Gornik Zabrze
13 Sept 2020Gornik Zabrze3 – 0Lechia Gdansk
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026