Match Summary
FK Košice defeated Spartak Trnava 2:1. The match was played in Super Liga 2024. Goals were scored by M. Faško 28′ (pen.), K. Miljanić 67′, E. Sabo 90′. 6 yellow cards were shown. FK Košice had 47% possession while Spartak Trnava held 53%. FK Košice had 9 shots (5 on target) compared to 15 (5 on target) for Spartak Trnava. FK Košice made 5 substitutions, Spartak Trnava made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between FK Košice and Spartak Trnava — 3 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: M. Faško
assist: R. Jureškin
Match Statistics
FK Košice had 47% possession against Spartak Trnava's 53%. FK Košice registered 9 shots (5 on target) while Spartak Trnava managed 15 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 5–6. Fouls committed: 8–11.
Lineups
FK Košice lined up in a 3-1-4-2 formation under R. Skuhravý, while Spartak Trnava deployed a 4-2-3-1 under M. Gašparík.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FK Košice is 6.85, compared to 6.90 for Spartak Trnava. 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. FK Košice's highest-rated starter is R. Čerepkai (7.28), while Spartak Trnava's best-rated player is F. Twardzik (7.10).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of FK Košice have contributed 8 goals and 4 assists this season, led by R. Čerepkai (4G). Spartak Trnava's starters account for 3 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by M. Kratochvíl (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
FK Košice deploy 3 defenders rated 6.72 on average, against Spartak Trnava's 4-man backline averaging 6.91. 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
FK Košice field 5 midfielders averaging 6.81, versus Spartak Trnava's 5 rated 7.03. 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
FK Košice start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.28, compared to 1 for Spartak Trnava averaging 6.57. 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 45% for FK Košice and 76% for Spartak Trnava. 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
FK Košice's starters have collected 14 yellow cards this season, compared to 18 for Spartak Trnava. 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 FK Košice's starting XI is 27.7 (youngest: J. Jakubko (21), oldest: J. Krivák (32)), while Spartak Trnava average 29.4 (youngest: R. Jureškin (25), oldest: E. Daniel (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
FK Košice's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 15 for Spartak Trnava. 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.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, FK Košice have recorded 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 defeats. Spartak Trnava show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
FK Košice and Spartak Trnava have met 2 times — FK Košice won 0, Spartak Trnava won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Spartak Trnava leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (2 for the home side, 5 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), 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)
API data: 15 Mar 2026