Match Summary
Gornik Zabrze defeated Piast Gliwice 3:1. The match was played in Ekstraklasa 2023. Goals were scored by A. Kaprálik 15′, A. Kaprálik 60′, Ł. Podolski 65′, Jorge Félix 83′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Piast Gliwice had 54% possession while Gornik Zabrze held 46%. Piast Gliwice had 14 shots (7 on target) compared to 10 (4 on target) for Gornik Zabrze. Expected goals: Piast Gliwice 1.28 — Gornik Zabrze 1.00. Piast Gliwice made 4 substitutions, Gornik Zabrze made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Piast Gliwice and Gornik Zabrze — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: S. Musiolik
assist: D. Rasak
assist: A. Kaprálik
assist: A. Pyrka
Match Statistics
Piast Gliwice had 54% possession against Gornik Zabrze's 46%. Piast Gliwice registered 14 shots (7 on target) while Gornik Zabrze managed 10 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 4–2. Fouls committed: 16–20.
Lineups
Piast Gliwice lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under A. Vukovic, while Gornik Zabrze deployed a 4-2-3-1 under J. Urban.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Piast Gliwice is 6.93, compared to 6.86 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. Piast Gliwice's highest-rated starter is P. Dziczek (7.31), while Gornik Zabrze's best-rated player is R. Janicki (7.10).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Piast Gliwice have contributed 2 goals and 3 assists this season, led by P. Dziczek (2G). Gornik Zabrze's starters account for 2 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by R. Janicki (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 6.72 on average, against Gornik Zabrze's 4-man backline averaging 7.10. 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 7.04, versus Gornik Zabrze's 5 rated 6.61. 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 Gornik Zabrze 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 47% for Piast Gliwice and 43% 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
Piast Gliwice's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 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 Piast Gliwice's starting XI is 30.0 (youngest: P. Dziczek (27), oldest: J. Czerwiński (34)), while Gornik Zabrze average 30.7 (youngest: D. Szala (19), 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
Piast Gliwice's starters average 20 league appearances each, versus 11 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.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Piast Gliwice have recorded 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats. Gornik Zabrze show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Piast Gliwice and Gornik Zabrze have met 2 times — Piast Gliwice won 0, Gornik Zabrze won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Gornik Zabrze leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (1 for the home side, 3 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 2–1 in 2026.
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Recent Meetings (2)
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