Match Summary
Puszcza Niepołomice defeated Cracovia Krakow 1:0. The match was played in Ekstraklasa 2023. Goals were scored by W. Hajda 19′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Cracovia Krakow had 57% possession while Puszcza Niepołomice held 43%. Cracovia Krakow had 14 shots (2 on target) compared to 9 (3 on target) for Puszcza Niepołomice. Expected goals: Cracovia Krakow 0.80 — Puszcza Niepołomice 0.84. Cracovia Krakow made 5 substitutions, Puszcza Niepołomice made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Cracovia Krakow and Puszcza Niepołomice — 1 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: K. Zapolnik
Match Statistics
Cracovia Krakow had 57% possession against Puszcza Niepołomice's 43%. Cracovia Krakow registered 14 shots (2 on target) while Puszcza Niepołomice managed 9 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 9–3. Fouls committed: 11–17.
Lineups
Cracovia Krakow lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under D. Kroczek, while Puszcza Niepołomice deployed a 4-2-3-1 under T. Tułacz.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Cracovia Krakow is 6.69, compared to — for Puszcza Niepołomice. 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. Cracovia Krakow's highest-rated starter is S. Madejski (6.89), while Puszcza Niepołomice's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Cracovia Krakow deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Puszcza Niepołomice's 4-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
Cracovia Krakow field 4 midfielders averaging 6.58, versus Puszcza Niepołomice'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
Cracovia Krakow start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Puszcza Niepołomice 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.
Discipline
Cracovia Krakow's starters have collected 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Puszcza Niepołomice. 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 Cracovia Krakow's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: J. Atanasov (26), oldest: D. Ólafsson (30)), while Puszcza Niepołomice 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
Cracovia Krakow's starters average 9 league appearances each, versus 0 for Puszcza Niepołomice. 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, Cracovia Krakow have recorded 1 wins, 4 draws and 1 defeats. Puszcza Niepołomice show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Cracovia Krakow and Puszcza Niepołomice have met 1 times — Cracovia Krakow won 0, Puszcza Niepołomice won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Puszcza Niepołomice leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (2 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 2–3 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026