Match Summary
FK Košice defeated Žilina 3:2. The match was played in Super Liga 2024. Goals were scored by M. Káčer 12′, M. Sauer 19′, R. Čerepkai 29′, A. Narimanidze 58′ (o.g.), Michal Faško 64′, M. Faško 64′. 5 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. FK Košice had 37% possession while Žilina held 63%. FK Košice had 11 shots (6 on target) compared to 18 (8 on target) for Žilina. FK Košice made 5 substitutions, Žilina made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Nassim Innocenti 62′).
Match Events
Key match events between FK Košice and Žilina — 6 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: S. Ďatko
assist: N. Innocenti
Own Goal
Missed Penalty
Match Statistics
FK Košice had 37% possession against Žilina's 63%. FK Košice registered 11 shots (6 on target) while Žilina managed 18 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 2–8. Fouls committed: 14–9.
Lineups
FK Košice lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under R. Skuhravý, while Žilina deployed a 3-4-3 under M. Ščasný.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FK Košice is 6.98, compared to 6.88 for Žilina. 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 D. Šípoš (7.80), while Žilina's best-rated player is Ľ. Belko (7.16).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of FK Košice have contributed 7 goals and 4 assists this season, led by R. Čerepkai (4G). Žilina's starters account for 7 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by X. Adang (2G). 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 6.94 on average, against Žilina's 3-man backline averaging 7.02. 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 4 midfielders averaging 6.63, versus Žilina's 4 rated 6.92. 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 3 forward(s) averaging 6.96, compared to 3 for Žilina averaging 6.61. 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 43% for Žilina. 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 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 14 for Žilina. 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 26.1 (youngest: J. Jakubko (21), oldest: M. Jakúbek (30)), while Žilina average 23.4 (youngest: A. Narimanidze (20), oldest: M. Káčer (29)). 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 11 league appearances each, versus 16 for Žilina. 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, FK Košice have recorded 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 defeats. Žilina show 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
FK Košice and Žilina have met 2 times — FK Košice won 0, Žilina won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Žilina leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 9 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.50 per match (3 for the home side, 6 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 4–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026