Match report
FC Porto Defeats FK Crvena Zvezda 2-1 in UEFA Europa League
FC Porto
2–1
FT
FK Crvena Zvezda
Oct 2, 2025
In an intense match at the UEFA Europa League, FC Porto narrowly defeated FK Crvena Zvezda with a 2-1 victory. The game saw early momentum shift in favor of Porto as William Gomes converted a penalty to put them ahead. Despite V. Kostov equalizing for Zvezda shortly after, Rodrigo Mora's late goal ensured Porto's triumph.
Key Facts
- • FC Porto scored first through a penalty by William Gomes in the 8th minute.
- • V. Kostov equalized for FK Crvena Zvezda at the 32nd minute, assisted by Miloš Veljković.
- • Rodrigo Mora secured the win for FC Porto with a goal in the 89th minute, assisted by Pepé Aquino.
- • Multiple substitutions were made by both teams, including notable ones like Domínik Prpić and Nair Tiknizyan receiving yellow cards.
Lineups
FC Porto
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 99 D. Costa (G)
- 52 M. Fernandes (D)
- 5 J. Bednarek (D)
- 21 D. Prpic (D)
- 12 Zaidu (D)
- 6 S. Eustaquio (M)
- 13 P. Rosario (M)
- 86 R. Mora (M)
- 7 William Gomes (F)
- 27 D. Gul (F)
- 47 A. Alarcon (F)
Substitutes
- 14 Claudio Ramos
- 24 J. Costa
- 4 J. Kiwior
- 8 V. Froholdt
- 9 Samu
- 10 G. Veiga
- 11 Pepê
- 17 B. Sainz
- 20 A. Costa
- 22 A. Varela
- 73 G. Bras
- 74 F. Moura
FK Crvena Zvezda
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 Matheus (G)
- 66 Seol Young-Woo (D)
- 30 F. Tebo Uchenna (D)
- 13 M. Veljkovic (D)
- 23 N. Tiknizyan (D)
- 21 T. Elsnik (M)
- 20 T. Handel (M)
- 49 N. Radonjic (M)
- 22 V. Kostov (M)
- 4 M. Ivanic (M)
- 89 M. Arnautovic (F)
Substitutes
- 18 O. Glazer
- 77 I. Gutesa
- 5 Rodrigo
- 6 M. Bajo
- 7 Milson
- 14 P. Olayinka
- 17 Bruno Duarte
- 24 N. Stankovic
- 25 S. Lekovic
- 37 V. Lucic
- 40 L. Zaric
- 71 A. Avdic
Timeline
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7' FK Crvena Zvezda Card · Yellow CardF. Tebo Uchenna
Foul
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8' FC Porto Goal · PenaltyWilliam Gomes
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32' FC Porto Card · Yellow CardRodrigo Mora
Foul
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32' FK Crvena Zvezda Goal · Normal GoalV. Kostov · Assist: Miloš Veljković
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46' FC Porto subst · Substitution 1Off: J. Bednarek · On: V. Froholdt
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46' FC Porto subst · Substitution 2Off: M. Fernandes · On: A. Costa
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47' FC Porto Card · Yellow CardDominik Prpić
Foul
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61' FC Porto subst · Substitution 3Off: William Gomes · On: Pepê Aquino
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61' FC Porto subst · Substitution 4Off: A. Alarcon · On: B. Sainz
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68' FK Crvena Zvezda Card · Yellow CardNair Tiknizyan
Foul
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69' FK Crvena Zvezda subst · Substitution 1Off: N. Radonjic · On: Milson
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73' FC Porto subst · Substitution 5Off: D. Gul · On: G. Veiga
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81' FK Crvena Zvezda subst · Substitution 2Off: V. Kostov · On: P. Olayinka
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81' FK Crvena Zvezda subst · Substitution 3Off: M. Arnautovic · On: Bruno Duarte
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81' FK Crvena Zvezda subst · Substitution 4Off: Nair Tiknizyan · On: N. Stankovic
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87' FC Porto Card · Yellow CardA. Costa
Foul
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89' FC Porto Goal · Normal GoalRodrigo Mora · Assist: Pepê Aquino
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90'+2 FK Crvena Zvezda subst · Substitution 5Off: T. Elsnik · On: M. Bajo
Match Stats
| Stat | FC Porto | FK Crvena Zvezda |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 11 | 8 |
| Pass Accuracy | 81% | 84% |
| Offsides | 1 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 18 | 9 |
| Corners | 5 | 3 |
| Total Passes | 418 | 423 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 4 | 2 |
| Shots on Target | 4 | 2 |
| xG | 2.65 | 0.53 |
| Shots off Target | 10 | 5 |
| Possession | 50% | 50% |
| Goals Prevented | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate Passes | 339 | 357 |
| Shots Inside Box | 12 | 7 |
| Saves | 1 | 2 |
| Shots Outside Box | 6 | 2 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ William Gomes' early penalty goal in the 8th minute set Porto ahead, giving them a crucial psychological advantage.
- ▸ The equalizer by V. Kostov at the 32nd minute sparked hope for FK Crvena Zvezda but ultimately Rodrigo Mora's late goal sealed Porto's victory.