Match report
Slovan Bratislava and Zrinjski Draw 2-2 in UEFA Champions League
Slovan Bratislava
2–2
FT
Zrinjski
Aug 1, 2023
In an intense UEFA Champions League clash, Slovan Bratislava held off a resilient comeback from Zrinjski to secure a 2-2 draw at home. A. Cavric and Sharani Zuberu scored for the hosts in the first half, but Hrvoje Barisić and A. Ivancic leveled the score late in the game.
Key Facts
- • A. Cavric opened the scoring for Slovan Bratislava in the 5th minute with an assist from J. Kucka.
- • Sharani Zuberu added to the lead at the 66-minute mark, setting up A. Cavric once again.
- • Hrvoje Barisić pulled one back for Zrinjski in the 75th minute, assisted by Tomislav Kiš.
- • A. Ivancic scored a last-minute equalizer for Zrinjski with added time to ensure a draw.
Lineups
Slovan Bratislava
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 82 M. Borjan (G)
- 25 L. Pauschek (D)
- 4 G. Kashia (D)
- 12 K. Bajrič (D)
- 36 Lucas Lovat (D)
- 33 J. Kucka (M)
- 88 K. Savvidīs (M)
- 20 J. Kankava (M)
- 23 S. Zuberu (F)
- 77 A. Čavrić (F)
- 7 V. Weiss (F)
Substitutes
- 18 N. Marcelli
- 11 T. Barseghyan
- 15 M. Abubakari
- 8 J. Zmrhal
- 5 R. Križan
- 27 M. Vojtko
- 28 C. Blackman
- 35 A. Hrdina
- 31 M. Trnovský
- 6 K. Wimmer
- 26 F. Lichý
- 24 M. Tolić
Zrinjski
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 35 M. Marić (G)
- 6 J. Ćorluka (D)
- 27 S. Jakovljević (D)
- 4 H. Barišić (D)
- 50 K. Memija (D)
- 5 D. Čanađija (M)
- 23 M. Stanić (M)
- 93 Z. Kožulj (M)
- 25 M. Ćuže (F)
- 99 N. Bilbija (F)
- 91 M. Tičinović (F)
Substitutes
- 10 T. Kiš
- 20 A. Ivančić
- 7 I. Jukić
- 17 M. Malekinušić
- 8 D. Zlomislić
- 12 A. Soldo
- 55 O. Niron
- 95 M. Senić
- 9 F. Sabljić
- 44 I. Batarelo
- 19 T. Ramić
- 2 L. Marin
Timeline
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5' Slovan Bratislava Goal · Normal GoalA. Čavrić · Assist: J. Kucka -
11' Zrinjski Card · Yellow CardKerim MemijaFoul
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46' Zrinjski subst · Substitution 1Off: Z. Kožulj · On: Tomislav Kiš -
46' Zrinjski subst · Substitution 2Off: Mato Stanić · On: A. Ivancic -
54' Zrinjski Card · Yellow CardHrvoje BarišićArgument
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58' Zrinjski Card · Yellow CardN. BilbijaFoul
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65' Zrinjski subst · Substitution 3Off: M. Tičinović · On: I. Jukić -
65' Zrinjski subst · Substitution 4Off: M. Ćuže · On: M. Malekinušić -
66' Slovan Bratislava Goal · Normal GoalSharani Zuberu · Assist: A. Čavrić -
71' Zrinjski Card · Yellow CardA. IvancicFoul
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73' Zrinjski subst · Substitution 5Off: N. Bilbija · On: D. Zlomislić -
74' Slovan Bratislava Card · Yellow CardV. j. WeissFoul
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75' Zrinjski Goal · Normal GoalHrvoje Barišić · Assist: Tomislav Kiš -
77' Slovan Bratislava subst · Substitution 1Off: Sharani Zuberu · On: N. Marcelli -
78' Slovan Bratislava subst · Substitution 2Off: V. j. Weiss · On: Tigran Barseghyan -
87' Slovan Bratislava subst · Substitution 3Off: A. Čavrić · On: M. Abubakari -
90'+3 Zrinjski Goal · Normal GoalA. Ivancic -
90'+4 Slovan Bratislava Card · Yellow CardJ. KuckaArgument
Match Stats
| Stat | Slovan Bratislava | Zrinjski |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 9 | 13 |
| Pass Accuracy | 87% | 86% |
| Offsides | 2 | 0 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 11 | 14 |
| Corners | 7 | 2 |
| Total Passes | 456 | 440 |
| Yellow Cards | 4 | 5 |
| Blocked Shots | 1 | 2 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 5 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 5 | 7 |
| Possession | 51% | 49% |
| Accurate Passes | 395 | 378 |
| Shots Inside Box | 5 | 9 |
| Saves | 3 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 6 | 5 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Slovan Bratislava took the lead early in the match, but their defensive struggles allowed Zrinjski to level before full-time.
- ▸ Zrinjski's determination paid off as they managed a late equalizer through A. Ivancic, securing crucial points away from home.