Match Summary
Legia Warszawa defeated GKS Katowice 3:1. The match was played in Ekstraklasa 2024. Goals were scored by Claude Gonçalves 15′, I. Shkurin 17′, F. Szymczak 63′, Marc Gual 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown. GKS Katowice had 47% possession while Legia Warszawa held 53%. GKS Katowice had 17 shots (6 on target) compared to 22 (8 on target) for Legia Warszawa. Expected goals: GKS Katowice 1.17 — Legia Warszawa 3.87. GKS Katowice made 4 substitutions, Legia Warszawa made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between GKS Katowice and Legia Warszawa — 4 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Borja Galán
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Match Statistics
GKS Katowice had 47% possession against Legia Warszawa's 53%. GKS Katowice registered 17 shots (6 on target) while Legia Warszawa managed 22 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 4–7. Fouls committed: 11–12.
Lineups
GKS Katowice lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under R. Górak, while Legia Warszawa deployed a 4-3-3 under Gonçalo Feio.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for GKS Katowice is 6.94, compared to 6.84 for Legia Warszawa. 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. GKS Katowice's highest-rated starter is B. Nowak (7.32), while Legia Warszawa's best-rated player is J. Ziółkowski (7.10).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of GKS Katowice have contributed 20 goals and 17 assists this season, led by B. Nowak (7G). Legia Warszawa's starters account for 1 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by J. Elitim (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
GKS Katowice deploy 3 defenders rated 6.87 on average, against Legia Warszawa's 4-man backline averaging 6.88. 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
GKS Katowice field 4 midfielders averaging 6.96, versus Legia Warszawa's 3 rated 6.87. 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
GKS Katowice start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.01, compared to 3 for Legia Warszawa 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 41% for GKS Katowice and 81% for Legia Warszawa. 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
GKS Katowice's starters have collected 24 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 for Legia Warszawa. 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 GKS Katowice's starting XI is 30.9 (youngest: M. Kowalczyk (21), oldest: A. Błąd (34)), while Legia Warszawa average 25.5 (youngest: J. Ziółkowski (20), oldest: Claude Gonçalves (31)). 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
GKS Katowice's starters average 19 league appearances each, versus 13 for Legia Warszawa. 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, GKS Katowice have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Legia Warszawa show 2 wins, 4 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
GKS Katowice and Legia Warszawa have met 2 times — GKS Katowice won 0, Legia Warszawa won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Legia Warszawa leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
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