Match report

Borussia Mönchengladbach Defeats Wolfsberger AC 1-0 in UEFA Europa League

Wolfsberger AC
Wolfsberger AC
0–1
FT
Borussia Mönchengladbach
Borussia Mönchengladbach
Nov 28, 2019

Borussia Mönchengladbach held their ground against the determined Wolfsberger AC and secured a 1-0 victory in the UEFA Europa League. Lars Stindl's goal in the 60th minute was crucial, as it provided the winning margin. Despite Wolfsberger's efforts, Mönchengladbach's defense remained solid and their substitutions helped manage the game effectively. This victory strengthens Mönchengladbach's position in the group stage.

Key Facts

  • • Borussia Mönchengladbach defeated Wolfsberger AC 1-0
  • • Lars Stindl scored the only goal in the 60th minute
  • • Olivier Wendt provided the assist for Stindl's goal
  • • Marcos Gollner received a yellow card for Wolfsberger AC in the 62nd minute
  • • Substitutions included Benjamin Embolo and Marcus Thuram for Mönchengladbach

Lineups

Wolfsberger AC

Formation: 4-3-1-2

Starting XI

  • 31 A. Kofler (G)
  • 7 L. Schmitz (D)
  • 26 M. Sollbauer (D)
  • 4 M. Gollner (D)
  • 27 M. Novak (D)
  • 10 M. Liendl (M)
  • 16 M. Leitgeb (M)
  • 8 M. Ritzmaier (M)
  • 21 A. Niangbo (F)
  • 11 R. Schmid (M)
  • 9 S. Weissman (F)

Substitutes

  • 24 C. Wernitznig
  • 34 M. Schmerböck
  • 23 L. Schöfl
  • 5 S. Peric
  • 29 M. Kuttin
  • 19 S. Sprangler
  • 39 S. Gölles

Borussia Mönchengladbach

Formation: 3-4-1-2

Starting XI

  • 1 Y. Sommer (G)
  • 17 O. Wendt (M)
  • 18 S. Lainer (M)
  • 25 R. Bensebaini (D)
  • 13 L. Stindl (F)
  • 5 T. Strobl (D)
  • 23 J. Hofmann (M)
  • 22 L. Bénes (M)
  • 8 D. Zakaria (D)
  • 14 A. Pléa (F)
  • 10 M. Thuram (F)

Substitutes

  • 36 B. Embolo
  • 7 P. Herrmann
  • 11 Raffael
  • 24 T. Jantschke
  • 32 F. Neuhaus
  • 21 T. Sippel
  • 15 L. Beyer

Timeline

  1. Borussia Mönchengladbach
    60' Borussia Mönchengladbach Goal · Normal Goal
    L. Stindl · Assist: O. Wendt
  2. Wolfsberger AC
    62' Wolfsberger AC Card · Yellow Card
    M. Gollner
  3. Borussia Mönchengladbach
    74' Borussia Mönchengladbach subst · Substitution 1
    Off: L. Stindl · On: B. Embolo
  4. Wolfsberger AC
    75' Wolfsberger AC subst · Substitution 1
    Off: R. Schmid · On: Christopher Wernitznig
  5. Borussia Mönchengladbach
    77' Borussia Mönchengladbach subst · Substitution 2
    Off: A. Plea · On: P. Herrmann
  6. Wolfsberger AC
    85' Wolfsberger AC subst · Substitution 2
    Off: A. Niangbo · On: M. Schmerböck
  7. Borussia Mönchengladbach
    89' Borussia Mönchengladbach subst · Substitution 3
    Off: Marcus Thuram · On: Raffael

Match Stats

Stat Wolfsberger AC Borussia Mönchengladbach
Fouls 12 13
Pass Accuracy 68% 74%
Offsides 0 3
Red Cards — —
Total Shots 17 14
Corners 3 5
Total Passes 336 407
Yellow Cards 1 0
Blocked Shots 5 4
Shots on Target 4 6
Shots off Target 8 4
Possession 45% 55%
Accurate Passes 229 303
Shots Inside Box 9 10
Saves 5 3
Shots Outside Box 8 4

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ Lars Stindl's goal in the 60th minute shifted momentum in favor of Borussia Mönchengladbach, securing their lead
  • ▸ Substitutions by both teams in the second half, including Benjamin Embolo and Marcus Thuram for Mönchengladbach, helped manage the game and maintain control