15 December 2023 at 17:00

Ekstraklasa · Season 2023
Referee: W. Myć

Match Summary

Gornik Zabrze defeated Warta Poznań 3:0. The match was played in Ekstraklasa 2023. Goals were scored by D. Yokota 28′, A. Kaprálik 47′, Ł. Podolski 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Gornik Zabrze had 55% possession while Warta Poznań held 45%. Gornik Zabrze had 15 shots (10 on target) compared to 10 (3 on target) for Warta Poznań. Expected goals: Gornik Zabrze 1.76 — Warta Poznań 0.68. Gornik Zabrze made 3 substitutions, Warta Poznań made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Gornik Zabrze and Warta Poznań — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.

Gornik Zabrze
Warta Poznań
Kick Off
45+6′Bogdan Țîru
Half Time
A. Kaprálik

assist: D. Yokota

47′
Dani PachecoS. Czyż
60′
60′
F. BorowskiD. Vizinger
60′
K. MatuszewskiJ. Kiełb
70′
B. ȚîruS. Savić
70′
Miguel LuísN. Mäenpää
79′
T. PřikrylD. Stavrópoulos
D. RasakFilipe Nascimento
86′
A. KaprálikS. Musiolik
86′
Ł. Podolski

assist: Filipe Nascimento

90+1′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Gornik Zabrze had 55% possession against Warta Poznań's 45%. Gornik Zabrze registered 15 shots (10 on target) while Warta Poznań managed 10 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 0–4. Fouls committed: 18–13.

10Shots on Goal3
4Shots off Goal4
15Total Shots10
1Blocked Shots3
11Shots insidebox5
4Shots outsidebox5
18Fouls13
0Corner Kicks4
0Offsides3
55%Ball Possession45%
3Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves7
457Total passes367
354Passes accurate267
77%Passes %73%
1.76expected_goals0.68

Lineups

Gornik Zabrze lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under J. Urban, while Warta Poznań deployed a 3-1-4-2 under D. Szulczek.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Gornik Zabrze is 6.79, compared to — for Warta Poznań. 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. Gornik Zabrze's highest-rated starter is R. Janicki (7.10), while Warta Poznań's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

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

Defensive Solidity

Gornik Zabrze deploy 4 defenders rated 6.85 on average, against Warta Poznań's 3-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

Gornik Zabrze field 5 midfielders averaging 6.61, versus Warta Poznań's 5 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

Gornik Zabrze start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Warta Poznań 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 43% for Gornik Zabrze and —% for Warta Poznań. 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

Gornik Zabrze's starters have collected 9 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Warta Poznań. 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 Gornik Zabrze's starting XI is 30.0 (youngest: K. Lukoszek (23), oldest: Ł. Podolski (40)), while Warta Poznań 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

Gornik Zabrze's starters average 15 league appearances each, versus 0 for Warta Poznań. 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.

Gornik ZabrzePosition StrengthWarta Poznań
6.79
Avg Rating
6.85🛡 DEF (4 v 3)
3G 2A0G 0A
6.61 MID (5 v 5)
0G 0A0G 0A
Gornik Zabrze4-2-3-1
1🧤GKD. Bielica
2🛡DEFB. Sekulić
5🛡DEFK. Szcześniak6.71A
26🛡DEFR. Janicki7.12G
17🛡DEFK. Lukoszek6.71G1A
8MIDDani Pacheco
6MIDD. Rasak
18MIDD. Yokota
10MIDŁ. Podolski6.6
11MIDL. Ennali
7FWDA. Kaprálik
Warta Poznań3-1-4-2
1🧤GKA. Lis
2🛡DEFJ. Bartkowski
44🛡DEFD. Szymonowicz
14🛡DEFB. Țîru
21MIDM. Kupczak
28MIDF. Borowski
16MIDMiguel Luís
6MIDM. Żurawski
22MIDK. Matuszewski
47FWDT. Přikryl
9FWDM. Eppel

Substitutes

23(M)Filipe Nascimento
9(F)S. Musiolik
32(G)M. Szromnik
19(M)N. Barczak
96(D)R. Dadok

Substitutes

29(F)D. Vizinger
3(D)J. Kiełb
77(M)S. Savić
8(M)N. Mäenpää
34(D)W. Pleśnierowicz
15(M)M. Kopczyński
25(M)J. Paszkowski
33(G)J. Grobelny

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Gornik Zabrze have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Warta Poznań show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

Gornik Zabrze

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Warta Poznań

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