Match Summary
Manchester City defeated FK Crvena Zvezda 3:2. The match was played in UEFA Champions League 2023. Goals were scored by M. Hamilton 19′, O. Bobb 62′, Hwang In-Beom 76′, K. Phillips 85′ (pen.), A. Katai 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. FK Crvena Zvezda had 31% possession while Manchester City held 69%. FK Crvena Zvezda had 11 shots (6 on target) compared to 10 (3 on target) for Manchester City. Expected goals: FK Crvena Zvezda 1.10 — Manchester City 1.36. FK Crvena Zvezda made 5 substitutions, Manchester City made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between FK Crvena Zvezda and Manchester City — 5 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Matheus Nunes
assist: R. Lewis
assist: O. Bukari
Penalty
assist: Hwang In-Beom
Match Statistics
FK Crvena Zvezda had 31% possession against Manchester City's 69%. FK Crvena Zvezda registered 11 shots (6 on target) while Manchester City managed 10 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 2–2. Fouls committed: 21–9.
Lineups
FK Crvena Zvezda lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under B. Bakhar, while Manchester City deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Pep Guardiola.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FK Crvena Zvezda is 6.50, compared to 6.95 for Manchester City. 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 Crvena Zvezda's highest-rated starter is C. Ndiaye (6.53), while Manchester City's best-rated player is M. Akanji (7.20).
Defensive Solidity
FK Crvena Zvezda deploy 5 defenders rated 6.47 on average, against Manchester City's 4-man backline averaging 6.96. 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 Crvena Zvezda field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Manchester City's 5 rated 6.95. 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 Crvena Zvezda start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.53, compared to 1 for Manchester City averaging 6.90. 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 76% for FK Crvena Zvezda and 87% for Manchester City. 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 Crvena Zvezda's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Manchester City. 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 Crvena Zvezda's starting XI is 29.7 (youngest: O. Glazer (29), oldest: P. Olayinka (30)), while Manchester City average 27.3 (youngest: R. Lewis (21), oldest: S. Ortega (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 Crvena Zvezda's starters average 3 league appearances each, versus 4 for Manchester City. 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
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In their last 6 matches, FK Crvena Zvezda have recorded 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeats. Manchester City show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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