Match Summary
Puskas Academy defeated MTK Budapest 3:1. The match was played in NB I 2023. Goals were scored by R. Szolnoki 5′, U. Nissilä 12′, U. Nissilä 20′, Z. Nagy 36′. 4 yellow cards were shown. MTK Budapest had 60% possession while Puskas Academy held 40%. MTK Budapest had 15 shots (6 on target) compared to 8 (5 on target) for Puskas Academy. MTK Budapest made 5 substitutions, Puskas Academy made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between MTK Budapest and Puskas Academy — 4 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: G. Komáromi
assist: Z. Nagy
assist: Q. Maceiras
assist: P. Kovács
Match Statistics
MTK Budapest had 60% possession against Puskas Academy's 40%. MTK Budapest registered 15 shots (6 on target) while Puskas Academy managed 8 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 6–3. Fouls committed: 4–17.
Lineups
MTK Budapest lined up in a 3-5-2 formation under D. Horváth, while Puskas Academy deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Z. Hornyák.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for MTK Budapest is 6.84, compared to 6.76 for Puskas Academy. 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. MTK Budapest's highest-rated starter is I. Bognár (7.25), while Puskas Academy's best-rated player is Q. Maceiras (6.95).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of MTK Budapest have contributed 4 goals and 10 assists this season, led by I. Bognár (2G). Puskas Academy's starters account for 5 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by Z. Nagy (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
MTK Budapest deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Puskas Academy'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
MTK Budapest field 5 midfielders averaging 6.80, versus Puskas Academy's 5 rated 6.57. 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
MTK Budapest start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.90, compared to 1 for Puskas Academy 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
MTK Budapest's starters have collected 15 yellow cards this season, compared to 13 for Puskas Academy. 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 MTK Budapest's starting XI is 25.5 (youngest: P. Kovács (20), oldest: I. Bognár (34)), while Puskas Academy average 31.0 (youngest: U. Nissilä (29), oldest: W. Golla (33)). 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
MTK Budapest's starters average 6 league appearances each, versus 14 for Puskas Academy. 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, MTK Budapest have recorded 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 defeats. Puskas Academy show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
MTK Budapest and Puskas Academy have met 2 times — MTK Budapest won 0, Puskas Academy won 0, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (3 for the home side, 3 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 2–2 in 2026.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026