7 December 2016 at 19:45
Match Summary
FC Copenhagen defeated Club Brugge KV 2:0. The match was played in UEFA Champions League 2016. Goals were scored by B. Mechele 8′ (o.g.), M. Jørgensen 15′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Club Brugge KV had 48% possession while FC Copenhagen held 52%. Club Brugge KV had 8 shots (4 on target) compared to 8 (5 on target) for FC Copenhagen. Club Brugge KV made 2 substitutions, FC Copenhagen made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Club Brugge KV and FC Copenhagen — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Own Goal
assist: L. Augustinsson
Match Statistics
Club Brugge KV had 48% possession against FC Copenhagen's 52%. Club Brugge KV registered 8 shots (4 on target) while FC Copenhagen managed 8 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 6–4. Fouls committed: 15–12.
Lineups
Club Brugge KV lined up in a 4-4-1-1 formation under M. Preud'homme, while FC Copenhagen deployed a 4-4-2 under S. Solbakken.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Club Brugge KV is 6.96, compared to 6.77 for FC Copenhagen. 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. Club Brugge KV's highest-rated starter is B. Mechele (6.96), while FC Copenhagen's best-rated player is A. Cornelius (6.97).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Club Brugge KV have contributed 2 goals and 0 assists this season, led by B. Mechele (2G). FC Copenhagen's starters account for 3 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by A. Cornelius (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Club Brugge KV deploy 5 defenders rated 6.96 on average, against FC Copenhagen's 4-man backline averaging 6.87. 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
Club Brugge KV field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus FC Copenhagen's 4 rated 6.47. 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
Club Brugge KV start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for FC Copenhagen averaging 6.97. 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 91% for Club Brugge KV and 77% for FC Copenhagen. 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
Club Brugge KV's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 for FC Copenhagen. 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 Club Brugge KV's starting XI is 32.0 (youngest: B. Mechele (32), oldest: B. Mechele (32)), while FC Copenhagen average 33.7 (youngest: A. Cornelius (32), oldest: M. Jørgensen (35)). 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
Club Brugge KV's starters average 14 league appearances each, versus 7 for FC Copenhagen. 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
Coach: M. Preud'homme
Substitutes
Coach: S. Solbakken
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Club Brugge KV have recorded 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeats. FC Copenhagen show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Club Brugge KV
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Club Brugge KV vs FC Copenhagen Head to Head Results
Club Brugge KV and FC Copenhagen have met 6 times — Club Brugge KV won 1, FC Copenhagen won 3, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. FC Copenhagen leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 6 meetings. A combined 21 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (9 for the home side, 12 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 4 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–4 in 2022.
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Drawn
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