Match Summary
Legia Warszawa defeated Cracovia Krakow 3:2. The match was played in Ekstraklasa 2024. Goals were scored by B. Kapustka 17′ (pen.), Marc Gual 26′, B. Källman 34′, W. Urbański 39′, M. Maigaard 79′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Legia Warszawa had 55% possession while Cracovia Krakow held 45%. Legia Warszawa had 16 shots (8 on target) compared to 10 (4 on target) for Cracovia Krakow. Expected goals: Legia Warszawa 2.85 — Cracovia Krakow 1.76. Legia Warszawa made 5 substitutions, Cracovia Krakow made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Legia Warszawa and Cracovia Krakow — 5 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: Rúben Vinagre
assist: A. Hasić
assist: P. Wszołek
assist: B. Källman
Match Statistics
Legia Warszawa had 55% possession against Cracovia Krakow's 45%. Legia Warszawa registered 16 shots (8 on target) while Cracovia Krakow managed 10 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 7–7. Fouls committed: 12–8.
Lineups
Legia Warszawa lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Gonçalo Feio, while Cracovia Krakow deployed a 3-4-3 under D. Kroczek.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Legia Warszawa is 6.75, compared to 6.87 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. Legia Warszawa's highest-rated starter is B. Kapustka (6.90), while Cracovia Krakow's best-rated player is A. Hasić (6.99).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Legia Warszawa have contributed 5 goals and 3 assists this season, led by B. Kapustka (2G). Cracovia Krakow's starters account for 6 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by A. Hasić (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Legia Warszawa deploy 4 defenders rated 6.76 on average, against Cracovia Krakow'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
Legia Warszawa field 3 midfielders averaging 6.80, versus Cracovia Krakow's 5 rated 6.85. 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
Legia Warszawa start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.59, compared to 2 for Cracovia Krakow averaging 6.99. 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 81% for Legia Warszawa 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
Legia Warszawa's starters have collected 16 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 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 Legia Warszawa's starting XI is 27.1 (youngest: W. Urbański (20), oldest: R. Augustyniak (32)), while Cracovia Krakow average 28.0 (youngest: A. Hasić (24), oldest: M. Maigaard (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
Legia Warszawa's starters average 13 league appearances each, versus 11 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, Legia Warszawa have recorded 2 wins, 4 draws and 0 defeats. Cracovia Krakow show 1 wins, 4 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Legia Warszawa and Cracovia Krakow have met 2 times — Legia Warszawa won 1, Cracovia Krakow won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (2 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 2–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026