UEFA Champions League Qualifying Round 2
Slovan Bratislava 4 - 0 FT Zrinjski
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Futmetrix Verdict
100
FT
Sun, Sep 20
Manchester City
5-3
Sunderland
⚡ Intensity
100
⚖️ Balance
91
🏆 Stakes
67
🎲 Upset
0
Eight goals, hat-trick heroics, pure chaos.
Futmetrix Verdict
55
FT
Sun, Sep 20
Gamba Osaka
0-1
Vissel Kobe
⚡ Intensity
40
⚖️ Balance
20
🏆 Stakes
78
🎲 Upset
0
Erik breaks Gamba hearts at 90'
Futmetrix Verdict
100
FT
Sun, Sep 20
Atletico Madrid
2-1
Real Madrid
⚡ Intensity
86
⚖️ Balance
31
🏆 Stakes
100
🎲 Upset
60
A chaotic derby flips Madrid's hierarchy.
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Corners
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Match Events
22' Sharani Zuberu
34' ↓ S. Zuberu ↑S. Cruz
Nemanja Bilbija 39'
40' T. Barseghyan (S. Cruz)
42' D. Strelec (R. Ibrahim)
HT
Duje Dujmović 47'
62' M. Tolic (T. Barseghyan)
↓ A. Ivancic ↑M. Cavar 66'
↓ K. Abramovic ↑L. Mikic 66'
Kerim Memija 68'
↓ K. Memija ↑P. Mamic 73'
75' ↓ V. j. Weiss ↑R. Mak
82' Rahim Ibrahim
86' ↓ R. Ibrahim ↑A. Mustafic
86' ↓ D. Strelec ↑M. Kukharevych
86' ↓ T. Barseghyan ↑N. Marcelli
↓ N. Bilbija ↑M. Sikanjic 89'
↓ J. Pranjic ↑B. Filipovic 89'
90' M. Kukharevych (N. Marcelli)
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Slovan Bratislava
Goalkeepers
Dominik Takáč
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Defenders
César Blackman
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Kenan Bajrič
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Guram Kashia
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Sharani Zuberu
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Midfielders
Rash Ibrahim
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Peter Pokorný
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Tigran Barseghyan
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Marko Tolić
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Vladimír Weiss
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Forwards
David Strelec
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BENCH
Martin Trnovský
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Matúš Macík
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Sandro Cruz
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Nino Marcelli
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Alen Mustafic
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Róbert Mak
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Filip Lichý
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Danylo Ignatenko
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Kyriakos Savvidis
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K. Ofori
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Mykola Kukharevych
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Alasana Yirajang
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Zrinjski
Goalkeepers
Goran Karačić
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Defenders
M. Susic
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I. Masic
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D. Dujmovic
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K. Memija
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Midfielders
I. Savic
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S. Surdanovic
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K. Abramovic
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A. Ivancic
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J. Pranjic
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Forwards
N. Bilbija
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BENCH
M. Ljubic
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P. Mamic
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A. Susak
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T. Sunjic
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B. Filipovic
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M. Cavar
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M. Sikanjic
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L. Mikic
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T. Majic
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A. Sutkovic
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T. Kis
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/22/2025 | Slovan Bratislava | 4 - 0 | Zrinjski | UEFA Champions League | Štadión Tehelné pole |
| 08/01/2023 | Slovan Bratislava | 2 - 2 | Zrinjski | UEFA Champions League | Štadión Tehelné pole |
| 07/25/2023 | Zrinjski | 0 - 1 | Slovan Bratislava | UEFA Champions League | Stadion Bijeli Brijeg |
| 08/25/2022 | Slovan Bratislava | 2 - 1 (PEN 6-5) | Zrinjski | UEFA Europa Conference League | Štadión Tehelné pole |
| 08/18/2022 | Zrinjski | 1 - 0 | Slovan Bratislava | UEFA Europa Conference League | Stadion Bijeli Brijeg |
07/22/2025
08/01/2023
07/25/2023
08/25/2022
08/18/2022
Slovan Bratislava Win
Zrinjski Win
Draw
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Bratislava's European Statement: Four Goals, Zero Mercy
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 33/100. Slovan Bratislava's 4-0 demolition of Zrinjski at Štadión Tehelné pole was less a match and more a coronation—a statement of intent in European football's elite competition.
The Avalanche Begins
From the opening exchanges, Bratislava suffocated their Bosnian visitors with relentless intensity. The balance of power was never in doubt. Tigran Barseghyan opened the floodgates in the 40th minute, latching onto a pinpoint Sandro Cruz assist to break the deadlock. Two minutes later, David Strelec doubled the advantage, and the rout had begun. Zrinjski offered nothing but surrender.
The Turning Point: Relentless Pressure
There was no singular moment—this was systematic domination. Barseghyan's influence grew as the match progressed, orchestrating play from midfield and creating the third goal for Marko Tolic in the 62nd minute. The Slovak champions suffocated any rhythm their opponents might have mustered. Stakes in European competition demand this level of control, and Bratislava delivered it without flinching. The fourth goal, scored by Mykola Kukharevych in the 90th minute off a Nino Marcelli assist, was merely punctuation on a masterclass.
A European Warning
This wasn't a classic upset or a nail-biter—it was a clinic. Bratislava's ability to convert chances, orchestrate play, and suffocate opposition in the Champions League cannot be dismissed as fortune. They've announced themselves as genuine competitors in Europe's premier club tournament. Zrinjski, meanwhile, will need significant recalibration before their next European test. For Bratislava, this result shifts the narrative entirely.
Key Questions
How dominant was Bratislava's performance?
Complete. Four goals, zero reply, and sustained control from kickoff. A Champions League statement.
Who was Bratislava's standout performer?
Barseghyan. Goal, assist, and orchestration. He controlled the tempo throughout.
What does this mean for European competition?
Bratislava has proven they belong. This wasn't luck—it was European-level football.
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.
Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
A Tactical Chess Match in Bratislava
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 8/100. This encounter is a grueling test of patience where defensive discipline is expected to overshadow attacking flair in a high-stakes continental battle.
The Setup
As the UEFA Champions League 2nd Qualifying Round gets underway on July 22, 2025, Slovan Bratislava welcomes Zrinjski to the Štadión Tehelné pole. The narrative surrounding this fixture is one of Balance, as both sides appear closely matched in their pursuit of the next phase. While the Stakes remain high for both clubs' European ambitions, the early-season Form suggests neither side has fully found their rhythm yet. With a lack of established Stars to provide individual moments of magic, the match is likely to be decided by collective organization rather than individual brilliance.
Key Battle
The defining conflict will take place in the middle of the park. The home side's midfield unit will look to control the tempo and break down a disciplined Zrinjski defensive block. Without a clinical edge provided by marquee attackers, this game will likely devolve into a battle of attrition. Success will depend on which side can best exploit set-piece opportunities or capitalize on a rare lapse in concentration from the opposing backline.
Our Prediction
We anticipate a low-scoring affair that remains undecided until the final whistle. The game script suggests a heavy emphasis on defensive shape, with both managers likely to prioritize avoiding a first-leg deficit over chasing a heavy lead. Expect a cagey 1-1 draw, where the tactical Balance remains level, leaving the tie perfectly poised for the return leg.