Match report
Utrecht Defeats Zrinjski 2-0 in UEFA Europa League
Zrinjski
0–2
FT
Utrecht
Aug 21, 2025
Utrecht secured a 2–0 win over Zrinjski in the UEFA Europa League on August 21st. The visitors made their mark early when D. Min converted a penalty at the 39th minute, setting the tone for the match. Despite facing challenges and receiving multiple yellow cards, Utrecht maintained control throughout the game. V. Jensen added another goal late in the match to solidify the victory. Zrinjski struggled with disciplinary issues, including P. Mamic's dismissal late in extra time.
Key Facts
- • Final score: Zrinjski 0–2 Utrecht
- • D. Min scored from a penalty at the 39th minute for Utrecht
- • V. Jensen secured the second goal in the 85th minute for Utrecht
- • Zrinjski's P. Mamic was red-carded in extra time
Lineups
Zrinjski
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 18 G. Karacic (G)
- 50 K. Memija (D)
- 27 S. Jakovljevic (D)
- 55 D. Dujmovic (D)
- 12 P. Mamic (D)
- 21 I. Savic (M)
- 20 A. Ivancic (M)
- 9 L. Mikic (F)
- 77 K. Abramovic (F)
- 22 J. Pranjic (F)
- 99 N. Bilbija (F)
Substitutes
- 40 M. Ljubic
- 3 B. Filipovic
- 4 H. Barisic
- 5 I. Masic
- 6 D. Karacic
- 8 M. Sikanjic
- 10 T. Kis
- 14 M. Sakota
- 17 A. Susak
- 19 M. Vranjkovic
- 23 S. Surdanovic
- 24 D. Velkovski
Utrecht
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 1 V. Barkas (G)
- 55 D. Murkin (D)
- 24 N. Viergever (D)
- 3 M. van der Hoorn (D)
- 23 N. Vesterlund (D)
- 7 V. Jensen (M)
- 27 A. Engwanda (M)
- 21 G. Zechiel (M)
- 15 A. Blake (F)
- 26 M. Jonathans (M)
- 9 D. Min (F)
Substitutes
- 25 M. Brouwer
- 33 K. Gadellaa
- 2 S. Horemans
- 5 K. Finnsson
- 6 D. van den Berg
- 8 C. Bozdogan
- 16 S. El Karouani
- 17 E. Demircan
- 22 M. Rodriguez
- 40 M. Didden
- 46 J. van Ommeren
- 91 S. Haller
Timeline
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19' Utrecht Card · Yellow CardNiklas Vesterlund
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39' Utrecht Goal · PenaltyD. Min
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42' Zrinjski Card · Yellow CardK. Abramovic
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46' Utrecht subst · Substitution 1Off: Niklas Vesterlund · On: S. Horemans
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46' Utrecht subst · Substitution 2Off: A. Blake · On: S. El Karouani
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56' Zrinjski Card · Yellow CardSlobodan Jakovljević
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56' Zrinjski subst · Substitution 1Off: Kerim Memija · On: M. Vranjkovic
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62' Utrecht subst · Substitution 3Off: M. Jonathans · On: Miguel Rodríguez
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64' Zrinjski subst · Substitution 2Off: N. Bilbija · On: T. Kis
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64' Zrinjski subst · Substitution 3Off: J. Pranjic · On: M. Sakota
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69' Zrinjski Card · Yellow CardP. Mamic
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75' Utrecht Card · Yellow CardS. El Karouani
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76' Zrinjski subst · Substitution 4Off: A. Ivancic · On: B. Filipovic
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76' Zrinjski subst · Substitution 5Off: Slobodan Jakovljević · On: Ilija Mašić
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77' Zrinjski Card · Yellow CardM. Vranjkovic
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78' Utrecht subst · Substitution 4Off: D. Min · On: S. Haller
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85' Utrecht Goal · Normal GoalV. Jensen · Assist: G. Zechiel
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88' Utrecht Card · Yellow CardM. van der Hoorn
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89' Utrecht subst · Substitution 5Off: D. Murkin · On: K. Finnsson
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90'+4 Zrinjski Card · Yellow CardP. Mamic
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90'+4 Zrinjski Card · Red CardP. Mamic
Match Stats
| Stat | Zrinjski | Utrecht |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 10 | 9 |
| Pass Accuracy | — | — |
| Offsides | 1 | 0 |
| Red Cards | 1 | 0 |
| Total Shots | 12 | 12 |
| Corners | 6 | 2 |
| Total Passes | — | — |
| Yellow Cards | 5 | 3 |
| Blocked Shots | 6 | 2 |
| Shots on Target | 3 | 7 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 3 | 3 |
| Possession | 52% | 48% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | — | — |
| Shots Inside Box | — | — |
| Saves | 5 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | — | — |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ D. Min's penalty conversion at the 39th minute gave Utrecht a crucial early lead and psychological advantage over Zrinjski.
- ▸ Zrinjski received multiple yellow cards, including P. Mamic’s red card in extra time, which significantly impacted their defensive stability.