Match Summary
Piast Gliwice defeated Cracovia Krakow 2:1. The match was played in Ekstraklasa 2022. Goals were scored by G. Tomasiewicz 47′, P. Dziczek 56′ (pen.), A. Hoskonen 64′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Piast Gliwice had 50% possession while Cracovia Krakow held 50%. Piast Gliwice had 16 shots (4 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Cracovia Krakow. Piast Gliwice made 3 substitutions, Cracovia Krakow made 4. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Michał Chrapek 7′), Penalty confirmed (Arkadiusz Pyrka 54′).
Match Events
Key match events between Piast Gliwice and Cracovia Krakow — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Chrapek
Penalty
assist: J. Atanasov
Match Statistics
Piast Gliwice had 50% possession against Cracovia Krakow's 50%. Piast Gliwice registered 16 shots (4 on target) while Cracovia Krakow managed 8 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 4–4. Fouls committed: 14–20.
Lineups
Piast Gliwice lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under A. Vukovic, while Cracovia Krakow deployed a 5-4-1 under J. Zieliński.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Piast Gliwice is 7.01, compared to 6.70 for Cracovia Krakow. 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. Piast Gliwice's highest-rated starter is P. Dziczek (7.31), while Cracovia Krakow's best-rated player is O. Kakabadze (7.20).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Piast Gliwice have contributed 5 goals and 3 assists this season, led by M. Chrapek (3G). Cracovia Krakow's starters account for 2 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by O. Kakabadze (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
Piast Gliwice deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Cracovia Krakow's 5-man backline averaging 7.20. 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
Piast Gliwice field 5 midfielders averaging 6.98, versus Cracovia Krakow's 4 rated 6.45. 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
Piast Gliwice start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Cracovia Krakow 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 49% for Piast Gliwice and —% for Cracovia Krakow. 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
Piast Gliwice's starters have collected 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 for Cracovia Krakow. 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 Piast Gliwice's starting XI is 30.5 (youngest: P. Dziczek (27), oldest: F. Plach (33)), while Cracovia Krakow average 26.7 (youngest: K. Knap (24), oldest: O. Kakabadze (30)). 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
Piast Gliwice's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 9 for Cracovia Krakow. 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.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Piast Gliwice have recorded 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats. Cracovia Krakow show 1 wins, 4 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Piast Gliwice and Cracovia Krakow have met 2 times — Piast Gliwice won 1, Cracovia Krakow won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Piast Gliwice leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (3 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2026.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026