UEFA Europa League League Stage - 5
FK Crvena Zvezda 1 - 0 FT FCSB
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
27' Young-woo Seol
27' Franklin Tebo
HT
↓ M. Lixandru ↑F. Tanase 46'
↓ M. Thiam ↑J. Cisotti 46'
50' Bruno Duarte (Seol Young-Woo)
Darius Olaru 61'
69' ↓ Bruno Duarte ↑Rodrigo
↓ D. Olaru ↑O. Popescu 74'
81' ↓ T. Handel ↑Milson
↓ D. Miculescu ↑D. Politic 84'
↓ V. Cretu ↑A. Pantea 84'
85' ↓ M. Arnautovic ↑A. Katai
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
FK Crvena Zvezda
Goalkeepers
Matheus 
ARCHITECT
1
Key Passes
1
Key Passes
0
Assists
23%
Pass Acc
Defenders
Seol Young-Woo 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.9
Rating
M. Veljkovic 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Tebo Uchenna 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
1
Fouls
4.9
Rating
N. Tiknizyan 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
50%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
R. Krunic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Elsnik 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
T. Handel
LATE SHIFT
9
Late Mins
9
Late Mins
81
Total Mins
81
Entry
Bruno Duarte 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
M. Ivanic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
M. Arnautovic
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
BENCH
O. Glazer 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
I. Gutesa
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Rodrigo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Lekovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Avdic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Bajo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Milson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Katai
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V. Kostov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Stankovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Damjanovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Zaric
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
FCSB
Goalkeepers
L. Zima
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
V. Cretu
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
S. Ngezana 
SHIELD
3
Blocks
3
Blocks
1
Interceptions
2
Tackles
D. Graovac 
SWEEPER
7
Cleanups
7
Cleanups
7
Interceptions
0
Blocks
R. Radunovic
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
43%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
M. Lixandru
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
A. Sut 
MAGNET
86
Activity
86
Activity
81
Passes
5
Duels
D. Miculescu 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
D. Olaru
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
74
Total Mins
74
Entry
M. Thiam
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Forwards
D. Birligea
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
BENCH
M. Udrea
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
A. Pantea
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
F. Tanase 
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
M. Edjouma
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Cisotti
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Alhassan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Politic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Popescu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
League Standings
P: 5 GD: +9
P: 5 GD: +7
P: 5 GD: +5
P: 5 GD: +5
P: 5 GD: +5
P: 5 GD: +4
P: 5 GD: +4
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: +4
P: 5 GD: +4
P: 5 GD: +4
P: 5 GD: +4
P: 5 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: +4
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: -1
P: 5 GD: -1
P: 5 GD: -3
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: -3
P: 5 GD: -5
P: 5 GD: -5
P: 5 GD: -3
P: 5 GD: -5
P: 5 GD: -5
P: 5 GD: -5
P: 5 GD: -5
P: 5 GD: -7
P: 5 GD: -8
P: 5 GD: -13
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +13
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +10
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +5
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -3
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -7
P: 8 GD: -8
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -5
P: 8 GD: -9
P: 8 GD: -8
P: 8 GD: -10
P: 8 GD: -11
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
10-Man Zvezda Stage Defensive Masterclass Against FCSB
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 28/100. A heroic shift from ten-man FK Crvena Zvezda proved that elite defensive resilience can conquer an overwhelming possession disadvantage on the European stage.
Early Tension at Stadium Rajko Mitić
The atmosphere at Stadium Rajko Mitić crackled with anticipation as FK Crvena Zvezda welcomed FCSB for a crucial UEFA Europa League clash. The Stakes were palpable from the very first touch, with both sides desperate to climb the league stage table and secure vital momentum for the grueling winter schedule. The visitors looked to establish early control, knocking the ball around with confidence, while the Serbian giants pressed aggressively to disrupt their rhythm and force turnovers in dangerous areas. It was a tight tactical chess match, punctuated by heavy challenges and frantic transitions that kept the vocal home crowd fully engaged. Neither side managed to stamp absolute authority in the opening exchanges, though the home support relentlessly demanded forward momentum. The initial phase felt like a tense powder keg waiting for a spark, setting the stage for a dramatic shift that would completely rewrite the tactical blueprint of the evening.
A Numerical Disadvantage and a Shocking Lead
The match was turned on its head in the 27th minute when Franklin Tebo hauled down his man as the last defender, earning a straight red card for a professional foul. This flashpoint sent the Intensity soaring as the stadium erupted in protests. Reduced to ten men, the hosts were forced into a deep defensive block as FCSB dominated possession, eventually holding 61% of the ball over the ninety minutes. Yet, the visitors struggled to translate their numerical superiority into clear-cut chances against a remarkably resolute defensive line. Astonishingly, it was the shorthanded hosts who broke the deadlock just after the interval. In the 50th minute, a swift counter-attack caught the Romanian side completely sleeping. Seol Young-Woo delivered a precise, defense-splitting ball to Bruno Duarte, who finished emphatically past the keeper. This brilliant transitional strike completely altered the dynamic, asking serious questions of a sluggish away defence.
Securing Vital Points in Belgrade
Staring at an embarrassing defeat, FCSB poured forward in search of an equaliser to salvage their evening. They racked up 13 total shots, but their lack of clinical edge was glaring, managing a paltry 0.78 expected goals. The Balance of the second half was essentially attack versus defence, but the Serbian backline remained impenetrable, clearing a relentless barrage of 11 corners. Away goalkeeper Lukáš Zima made four commendable saves to prevent a larger deficit on the counter, but his outfield teammates failed to repay his efforts. When the final whistle blew, the jubilation in Belgrade was deafening. This gritty 1-0 triumph propels the hosts up to 15th place, firmly embedding them in the playoff zone with 14 points. Conversely, FCSB languishes down in 27th place, their woeful run of form continuing as they desperately struggle to find answers on the continental stage.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Franklin Tebo impact the match?
Despite going down to ten men in the 27th minute, FK Crvena Zvezda adopted a resilient defensive block, absorbed pressure, and successfully scored on a counter-attack to win.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
FK Crvena Zvezda's Playoff Push Meets Desperate FCSB
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 38/100. With knockout qualification hanging in the balance, a gritty clash awaits where desperation meets relentless momentum.
The Setup
Stepping onto the pitch at Stadium Rajko Mitić this November 27, 2025, FK Crvena Zvezda hold all the cards. Their impressive run of four wins and a draw translates into a soaring Form rating, comfortably parking them in 15th place—well inside the top-24 playoff cut line. Zvezda's steady Balance ensures they rarely concede cheaply, creating a steep mountain for the traveling side. Conversely, FCSB find themselves plunging down to 27th. The visitors are fighting simply to survive and advance in the UEFA Europa League, making this a classic do-or-die scenario for the Romanians. While a modest Stakes rating suggests a mismatched affair on paper, the tension of the league stage format ensures FCSB will fight tooth and nail. Their saving grace has been goalkeeper Ștefan Târnovanu, who has faced an onslaught to record a massive 21 saves so far in the tournament.
Key Battle
The match will be won and lost when Rade Krunić steps into the final third. The veteran midfielder will try to unlock an FCSB defense anchored by Daniel Graovac. Despite his side's struggles, Graovac has been a rock at the back, heavily boosting the away side's Stars metric with commanding individual displays under heavy pressure.
Our Prediction
FK Crvena Zvezda will suffocate the visitors with early possession and sustained pressure. Expect a routine 2-0 win for the hosts, eventually breaking down Târnovanu's resilience through sheer volume of high-quality chances.