SC Freiburg
SC Braga
SC Braga
SC Freiburg
Team Overview
In their latest UEFA Europa League encounter, SC Freiburg hosted SC Braga and secured a convincing 3-1 victory. This win marked an important step for Freiburg as they look to establish themselves in the competition.
Match statistics (SC Freiburg vs SC Braga):
Team Overview
SC Braga faced SC Freiburg in their recent UEFA Europa League match, where they were defeated 3-1. This loss adds to their struggles in the competition as they seek to regain their footing.
Match statistics (SC Freiburg vs SC Braga):
In a commanding performance, SC Freiburg secured a 3-1 victory against SC Braga in the UEFA Europa League semi-finals, showcasing their attacking prowess and tactical discipline throughout the match.
The home side took control early on, with L. Kubler opening the scoring in the 19th minute. Freiburg capitalized on Braga's early setback, as M. Dorgeles received a red card just six minutes into the match, leaving the Portuguese side to fight an uphill battle. J. Manzambi doubled Freiburg's lead just before halftime, finishing off a well-constructed move assisted by P. Treu.
Freiburg dominated possession with 66%, allowing them to dictate the pace of the game. They registered a total of 19 shots, 8 of which were on target, compared to Braga's 14 shots and 5 on goal. Despite being a man down, Braga managed to create opportunities, but Freiburg's defense held firm, limiting their chances effectively.
In the second half, Freiburg continued to apply pressure, and Kubler found the net again in the 72nd minute, further extending the lead. Braga's P. Victor managed to pull one back in the 79th minute, but it was too little too late, as Freiburg maintained their composure to see out the match. The visitors struggled with discipline, receiving four yellow cards and one red throughout the contest.
Freiburg's tactical execution and ability to exploit Braga's defensive vulnerabilities were key to their success. The home side's midfield dominance allowed them to control the game, while Braga's inability to adapt to the early red card proved detrimental. As Freiburg advances to the final, they will look to build on this impressive performance, while Braga will need to regroup and reflect on their missed opportunities.
SC Freiburg has shown a strong performance in their last 10 matches, winning 5, drawing 2, and losing 3. They recently secured a convincing 3-1 victory against SC Braga, demonstrating their attacking prowess with a total of 3 goals scored. In contrast, SC Braga's form has been less consistent, with 3 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses in their last 10 matches. Their recent performances indicate a struggle to maintain form, particularly in high-stakes matches.
In their last encounter, SC Freiburg outperformed SC Braga in several key statistics, including shots on goal (8 to 5) and total shots (19 to 14). Freiburg also dominated possession with 66%, compared to Braga's 34%. The expected goals (xG) for Freiburg was 1.69, while Braga's was slightly lower at 1.60, indicating that Freiburg was more efficient in converting their chances. Additionally, Freiburg's defensive solidity was evident, allowing only 1 goal against Braga in their last match.
Expect Freiburg to leverage their home advantage and aggressive attacking style, aiming to control the midfield and create multiple scoring opportunities. Braga will need to be disciplined defensively and capitalize on set pieces to challenge Freiburg effectively.
SC Freiburg
3
2
1
SC Braga
1
0
1
N. Atubolu
G
P. Treu
D
M. Ginter
D
B. Ogbus
D
C. Gunter
D
M. Eggestein
M
J. Manzambi
M
J. Beste
M
Y. Suzuki
M
V. Grifo
M
L. Holer
F
L. Hornicek
G
G. Lagerbielke
D
Vitor Carvalho
D
Gabriel Moscardo
D
M. Dorgeles
M
J. Moutinho
M
D. E. Tiknaz
M
L. Lelo
M
R. Zalazar
F
P. Victor
F
A. El Ouazzani
F
