Match report
Žilina Stuns Athletic Club 3-2 in Europa League Opener
Žilina
3–2
FT
Athletic Club
Aug 20, 2015
In a thrilling UEFA Europa League encounter, Žilina emerged victorious, defeating Athletic Club 3-2. The Slovak side, despite falling behind early with two goals from Athletic Club's Sabin Merino and Kike Sola, staged a remarkable comeback. Žilina's J. Paur, William, and another late goal from William secured the stunning victory for the home team.
Key Facts
- • Athletic Club took the lead through Sabin Merino (16') and Kike Sola (33')
- • Žilina's J. Paur scored a crucial goal (66')
- • William equalized for Žilina (77') and sealed the victory with a goal in stoppage time (90'+4)
- • L. Čmelík and William received yellow cards for Žilina
- • Substitutions included Ernest Mabouka replacing William for Žilina
Lineups
Žilina
Starting XI
- 1 M. Volešák (G)
- 45 E. Mabouka (D)
- 3 M. Škriniar (D)
- 21 B. Letić
- 19 D. Vavro (D)
- 12 V. Pečovský (M)
- 7 J. Paur (M)
- 6 M. Káčer (M)
- 22 L. Bénes (M)
- 9 M. Jelić (F)
- 17 L. Čmelík
Substitutes
- 10 Willian
- 23 J. Mihalík
- 20 M. Škvarka
- 2 T. Hučko
- 14 R. Mazáň
- 24 M. Králik
- 89 P. Le Giang
Athletic Club
Starting XI
- 13 Iago Herrerín (G)
- 2 Bóveda (D)
- 4 A. Laporte (D)
- 30 Lekue (D)
- 18 Gurpegi (M)
- 3 Elustondo (M)
- 17 Mikel Rico (M)
- 23 Ager Aketxe (M)
- 9 Kike Sola (F)
- 11 Ibai (M)
- 27 Sabin (F)
Substitutes
- 7 Beñat
- 15 Iñaki Williams
- 10 De Marcos
- 1 Iraizoz
- 20 Aduriz
- 21 Viguera
- 31 Yeray Álvarez
Timeline
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16' Athletic Club Goal · Normal GoalSabin Merino · Assist: Ibai
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33' Athletic Club Goal · Normal GoalKike Sola
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50' Žilina Card · Yellow CardL. Čmelík
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57' Žilina subst · Substitution 1Off: Ernest Mabouka · On: William
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66' Žilina Goal · Normal GoalJ. Paur
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70' Athletic Club subst · Substitution 1Off: Mikel Rico · On: Beñat
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72' Žilina subst · Substitution 2Off: L. Čmelík · On: J. Mihalík
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74' Athletic Club subst · Substitution 2Off: Sabin Merino · On: I. Williams
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77' Žilina Goal · Normal GoalWilliam · Assist: L. Bénes
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82' Athletic Club subst · Substitution 3Off: I. Williams · On: De Marcos
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88' Žilina subst · Substitution 3Off: L. Bénes · On: M. Škvarka
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90'+4 Žilina Goal · Normal GoalWilliam · Assist: J. Paur
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90' Žilina Card · Yellow CardWilliam
Match Stats
| Stat | Žilina | Athletic Club |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | — | — |
| Pass Accuracy | — | — |
| Offsides | — | — |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Total Shots | — | — |
| Corners | 3 | 6 |
| Total Passes | — | — |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 0 |
| Blocked Shots | — | — |
| Shots on Target | — | — |
| Shots off Target | — | — |
| Possession | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | — | — |
| Shots Inside Box | — | — |
| Saves | — | — |
| Shots Outside Box | — | — |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Žilina's goal by J. Paur at 66' marked a turning point in the game, igniting the home team's comeback
- ▸ William's equalizing goal at 77' shifted the momentum entirely to Žilina, setting the stage for their late victory
- ▸ Athletic Club's inability to capitalize on their early lead allowed Žilina to regroup and launch a successful counterattack