Match Summary
Raków Częstochowa defeated Piast Gliwice 3:1. The match was played in Ekstraklasa 2023. Goals were scored by P. Dziczek 56′ (pen.), A. Crnac 79′, Ł. Zwoliński 90′ (pen.), M. Cebula 4 90′. 9 yellow cards were shown. Raków Częstochowa had 62% possession while Piast Gliwice held 38%. Raków Częstochowa had 12 shots (4 on target) compared to 7 (6 on target) for Piast Gliwice. Expected goals: Raków Częstochowa 1.53 — Piast Gliwice 1.35. Raków Częstochowa made 5 substitutions, Piast Gliwice made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Ante Crnac 90′).
Match Events
Key match events between Raków Częstochowa and Piast Gliwice — 4 goals and 9 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: S. Plavšić
Penalty
assist: A. Crnac
Match Statistics
Raków Częstochowa had 62% possession against Piast Gliwice's 38%. Raków Częstochowa registered 12 shots (4 on target) while Piast Gliwice managed 7 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 2–2. Fouls committed: 12–24.
Lineups
Raków Częstochowa lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under D. Szwarga, while Piast Gliwice deployed a 4-2-3-1 under A. Vukovic.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Raków Częstochowa is 6.96, compared to 6.95 for Piast Gliwice. 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. Raków Częstochowa's highest-rated starter is S. Svarnas (7.23), while Piast Gliwice's best-rated player is P. Dziczek (7.31).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Raków Częstochowa have contributed 0 goals and 1 assists this season, led by —. Piast Gliwice's starters account for 5 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by Jorge Félix (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
Raków Częstochowa deploy 3 defenders rated 7.09 on average, against Piast Gliwice's 4-man backline averaging 6.72. 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
Raków Częstochowa field 4 midfielders averaging 6.60, versus Piast Gliwice's 5 rated 6.96. 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
Raków Częstochowa start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Piast Gliwice 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 51% for Raków Częstochowa and 47% for Piast Gliwice. 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
Raków Częstochowa's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 11 for Piast Gliwice. 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 Raków Częstochowa's starting XI is 29.2 (youngest: S. Svarnas (28), oldest: Z. Arsenić (31)), while Piast Gliwice average 31.4 (youngest: P. Dziczek (27), oldest: J. Czerwiński (34)). 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
Raków Częstochowa's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 21 for Piast Gliwice. 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, Raków Częstochowa have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Piast Gliwice show 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Raków Częstochowa and Piast Gliwice have met 1 times — Raków Częstochowa won 0, Piast Gliwice won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Piast Gliwice leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (1 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–3 in 2025.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026