UEFA Europa League League Stage - 3
SC Freiburg 2 - 0 FT Utrecht
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
20' Y. Suzuki (C. Gunter)
45' V. Grifo
HT
52' ↓ J. Beste ↑E. Dinkci
↓ A. Engwanda ↑Z. Iqbal 60'
66' ↓ J. Manzambi ↑N. Hofler
66' ↓ J. Adamu ↑I. Matanovic
↓ C. Bozdogan ↑D. van den Berg 66'
↓ G. Zechiel ↑D. de Wit 66'
75' ↓ V. Grifo ↑D. Scherhant
75' ↓ Y. Suzuki ↑M. Rosenfelder
↓ S. Haller ↑D. Min 78'
↓ A. Blake ↑D. Murkin 78'
Derry Murkin 88'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
SC Freiburg
Goalkeepers
N. Atubolu 
MAGNET
52
Activity
52
Activity
51
Passes
1
Duels
Defenders
P. Treu 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
M. Ginter 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Lienhart
MAGNET
85
Activity
85
Activity
78
Passes
7
Duels
C. Gunter 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.2
Rating
Midfielders
M. Eggestein
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Manzambi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
J. Beste
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
52
Total Mins
52
Entry
Y. Suzuki 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.6
Rating
V. Grifo 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Forwards
J. Adamu
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
BENCH
J. Huth 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
A. Jung
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Kubler
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Makengo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Rosenfelder
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Ogbus
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Hofler
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Scherhant
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Holer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Dinkci
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
38
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Philipp
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Matanovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Utrecht
Goalkeepers
V. Barkas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
S. Horemans 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
43%
Pass Acc
M. van der Hoorn 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
10
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
N. Viergever
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. El Karouani
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
39%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
M. Rodriguez
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
A. Engwanda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
G. Zechiel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
Forwards
C. Bozdogan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
67
Total Mins
66
Entry
S. Haller
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
A. Blake
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
78
Entry
BENCH
M. Brouwer
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
K. Gadellaa
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
K. Finnsson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Didden
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Eerdhuijzen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Murkin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. van den Berg
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Z. Iqbal
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. de Wit
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Min
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Cathline
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Jonathans
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
League Standings
P: 3 GD: +6
P: 3 GD: +5
P: 3 GD: +5
P: 3 GD: +4
P: 3 GD: +4
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: -4
P: 3 GD: -5
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: -4
P: 3 GD: -4
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
Freiburg Cruise Past Utrecht
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 22/100. A routine victory for the hosts as they tighten their grip on the European playoff spots and leave their Dutch visitors rooted near the bottom of the table.
Opening Act
Europa-Park-Stadion witnessed a methodical start to this critical European encounter. SC Freiburg edged possession in the opening exchanges, patiently probing a deep-lying Utrecht defensive block. The hosts did not have to wait long to stamp their authority on this UEFA Europa League clash. The Intensity visibly picked up around the quarter-hour mark as the home side turned the screw. The breakthrough arrived in the 20th minute when Y. Suzuki found a pocket of space inside the penalty area. He finished off a precise, incisive delivery from C. Gunter, sending the home supporters into raptures. The Dutch visitors tried to construct an immediate response, but their attacking transitions lacked the necessary pace and precision to trouble a well-drilled German midfield.
The Pivot
The defining moment of the evening arrived just before the referee's whistle blew for half-time, a psychological blow that completely shifted the Balance of the tie. With the visitors desperately trying to reach the dressing room with only a one-goal deficit, V. Grifo showcased his undeniable class. The talismanic midfielder struck a crushing blow in the 45th minute, drilling a clinical finish into the back of the net to double the advantage. This second goal effectively broke the Dutch resistance and killed the contest as a competitive spectacle. Despite a respectable 25 combined shots in the match, the underlying data tells a lopsided story. The away side's frontline fired blanks throughout the ninety minutes, managing just two tame efforts on target all evening against a resolute defensive unit flawlessly marshalled by Matthias Ginter. A dramatic Upset was never on the cards.
Resolution
The second half played out as a professional masterclass in game management by the Bundesliga outfit. With the Stakes significantly lowered by the comfortable two-goal cushion, Maximilian Eggestein dropped deeper to dictate the tempo from the centre of the park. His composed distribution ensured the home side conserved valuable physical energy while keeping their increasingly frustrated opponents comfortably at arm's length. The final whistle confirmed a vital three points that cements Freiburg in 7th place on the league stage table. They are now firmly in the hunt for automatic qualification to the round of 16, trailing the leaders by just four points. Conversely, Utrecht's truly dismal continental campaign continues to unravel; they remain stuck in 34th place, staring down an early exit with a solitary point to show for their travels.
Key Questions
Who scored for SC Freiburg in this match?
Y. Suzuki and V. Grifo scored the goals in the first half to secure the 2-0 victory for the home side.
Where was the fixture played?
The match was held at Europa-Park-Stadion, the home ground of SC Freiburg.
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.
Freiburg Look to Punish Ailing Utrecht
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 33/100. An extreme mismatch awaits in Germany, making this a tough watch for neutrals but a crucial stepping stone for the hosts' European ambitions.
The Setup
SC Freiburg welcome Utrecht to the Europa-Park-Stadion on October 23, 2025, riding a wave of undeniable momentum. The hosts sit comfortably in seventh place in the Europa League standings, keeping them firmly in the hunt for direct top-eight knockout qualification. Their perfect home record fuels a powerful Form rating that spells disaster for the visitors. Utrecht, in stark contrast, are languishing down in 34th place. A miserable run of four consecutive defeats highlights a shocking lack of Balance within the Dutch side's setup. With just one point to their name, Utrecht are desperately trying to claw their way back to the top-24 playoff line to keep their tournament hopes alive. However, the relatively low Stakes overall suggest the wider footballing world might skip this decidedly lopsided affair.
Key Battle
This contest will be decided in the transition zones. Freiburg's relentless midfield engine faces off against an extremely fragile Utrecht backline. The home side's ability to dictate the tempo and exploit spaces will likely overwhelm an away defence that has already leaked 15 goals in just eight matches. The massive disparity in squad quality, further reflected by a modest Stars assessment, points toward a one-way traffic scenario where Utrecht will struggle to escape their own half.
Our Prediction
Expect a routine, comfortable victory for the home side. SC Freiburg will dominate possession early, pin Utrecht deep into defensive blocks, and eventually break them down through sustained, methodical pressure. A clean 2-0 or 3-0 result feels inevitable as the visitors' resistance crumbles under the lights.