Match Summary
Athletic Club defeated Rangers 2:0. The match was played in UEFA Europa League 2024. Goals were scored by Oihan Sancet 45′ (pen.), Nico Williams 80′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Athletic Club had 56% possession while Rangers held 44%. Athletic Club had 22 shots (4 on target) compared to 7 (2 on target) for Rangers. Expected goals: Athletic Club 2.70 — Rangers 0.54. Athletic Club made 5 substitutions, Rangers made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Athletic Club and Rangers — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: De Marcos
Match Statistics
Athletic Club had 56% possession against Rangers's 44%. Athletic Club registered 22 shots (4 on target) while Rangers managed 7 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 6–3. Fouls committed: 15–9.
Lineups
Athletic Club lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Ernesto Valverde, while Rangers deployed a 3-4-3 under B. Ferguson.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Athletic Club is 6.68, compared to 6.97 for Rangers. 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. Athletic Club's highest-rated starter is Yeray (7.20), while Rangers's best-rated player is Jefté (7.17).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Athletic Club have contributed 10 goals and 2 assists this season, led by Nico Williams (4G). Rangers's starters account for 19 goals and 9 assists, spearheaded by C. Dessers (18G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Athletic Club deploy 4 defenders rated 6.79 on average, against Rangers's 3-man backline averaging 7.16. 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
Athletic Club field 5 midfielders averaging 6.77, versus Rangers'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
Athletic Club start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.50, compared to 3 for Rangers averaging 6.94. 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 77% for Athletic Club and 72% for Rangers. 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
Athletic Club's starters have collected 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 13 for Rangers. 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 Athletic Club's starting XI is 25.9 (youngest: Mikel Jauregizar (22), oldest: Lekue (32)), while Rangers average 26.0 (youngest: Jefté (22), oldest: C. Dessers (31)). 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
Athletic Club's starters average 13 league appearances each, versus 21 for Rangers. 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
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In their last 6 matches, Athletic Club have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Rangers show 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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