GKS Katowice vs Górnik Zabrze: match statistics
The match promises to be a balanced clash, which is confirmed by the analysis of both teams' statistics. GKS Katowice presents solid form at home with 45% of home matches won and a positive goal difference (+1), however, their recent form (2 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses in the last 5 matches) raises some concerns. Górnik Zabrze, despite better ball possession (51%) and higher xG (1.57), has problems on the road - only 30% wins and a negative goal difference (-5). The visitors' recent form is slightly weaker (1 victory, 2 draws, 2 defeats), which further weakens their position. Considering the hosts' advantage resulting from playing at home and the balanced offensive potential of both teams (averaging 2.64 vs 2.7 goals per match), the most probable scenario seems to be a draw or a slight victory for GKS Katowice.
GKS Katowice vs Górnik Zabrze: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
GKS Katowice played against Górnik Zabrze in Ekstraklasa (Poland). The game was played on February 28, 2026. Final score: 3:1.
Recent form
GKS Katowice has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.40 points per game. Górnik Zabrze has 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses, with 0.80 points per game.
Scoring records
GKS Katowice scores 1.33 goals per game and allows 1.48. Górnik Zabrze scores 1.45 and allows 1.27. Games in this league average 2.75 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 43% of GKS Katowice's games and 55% of Górnik Zabrze's. The Over 2.5 rates are 52% and 50%, compared with league averages of 58% for BTTS and 52% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Górnik Zabrze has the higher season xG average, 1.89 to 1.53 per game. GKS Katowice takes 12.1 shots per game, while Górnik Zabrze takes 16.6.
First-half and second-half trends
GKS Katowice leads at halftime in 24% of its games and scores 0.71 goals per game after halftime. Górnik Zabrze leads at halftime in 27% and scores 0.86 after halftime.
When the teams score
GKS Katowice's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (7 goals). For Górnik Zabrze, it is minutes 31-45+ (8 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Ekstraklasa games average 2.75 goals. Both teams score in 58% of games, and 52% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 3.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
The match promises to be a balanced clash, which is confirmed by the analysis of both teams' statistics. GKS Katowice presents solid form at home with 45% of home matches won and a positive goal difference (+1), however, their recent form (2 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses in the last 5 matches) raises some concerns. Górnik Zabrze, despite better ball possession (51%) and higher xG (1.57), has problems on the road - only 30% wins and a negative goal difference (-5). The visitors' recent form is slightly weaker (1 victory, 2 draws, 2 defeats), which further weakens their position. Considering the hosts' advantage resulting from playing at home and the balanced offensive potential of both teams (averaging 2.64 vs 2.7 goals per match), the most probable scenario seems to be a draw or a slight victory for GKS Katowice.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| GKS Katowice | Górnik Zabrze | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 37% | 27% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.13 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.29 | 0.32 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
GKS Katowice is 75% better for: last-5 form.
1.4 pts / game - GKS Katowice · 0.8 pts / game - Górnik Zabrze
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Górnik Zabrze is 9% better for: goals scored per game.
1.33 goals / game - GKS Katowice · 1.45 goals / game - Górnik Zabrze
Górnik Zabrze is 17% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.48 goals / game - GKS Katowice · 1.27 goals / game - Górnik Zabrze
GKS Katowice scores in 67% of games (14 of 21 meczów), while Górnik Zabrze keeps a clean sheet in 18% (4 of 22 meczów).
Górnik Zabrze scores in 73% of games (16 of 22 meczów), while GKS Katowice keeps a clean sheet in 24% (5 of 21 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - GKS Katowice
Over / Under - Górnik Zabrze
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Górnik Zabrze is 27% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1 pts / game - GKS Katowice · 1.27 pts / game - Górnik Zabrze
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
GKS Katowice - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 24% of games and wins 38%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Górnik Zabrze - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 27% of games and wins 45%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 1.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 1.4 | 0.4 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 40% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 0% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 80% |
| No goal | 20% | 80% |
| Goal difference | +1 | 0 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.60 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.2 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 2.0 | 0.8 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 80% |
| Goal difference | -2 | -2 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (7 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (13). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (8 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
GKS Katowice
Górnik Zabrze
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Ekstraklasa).
Teams vs league
| GKS Katowice | Liga | Górnik Zabrze | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | • 2.81 | 2.75 | • 2.73 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 43% | 58% | ▼ 55% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | • 52% | 52% | ▼ 50% |
| Clean sheets | • 24% | 25% | ▼ 18% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 86% | 74% | ▼ 68% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 76% | 78% | ▲ 82% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from GKS Katowice's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Górnik Zabrze. Games average 3.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of GKS Katowice vs Górnik Zabrze?
The Ekstraklasa match finished GKS Katowice 3:1 Górnik Zabrze. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before GKS Katowice vs Górnik Zabrze?
GKS Katowice score 1.33 goals per game on average and Górnik Zabrze 1.45. The Ekstraklasa average is 2.75 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 52% of games. Both teams score in 43% of GKS Katowice's matches and 55% of Górnik Zabrze's.
What form are GKS Katowice and Górnik Zabrze in?
Over the last 5 games GKS Katowice have a 2-1-2 record (1.40 points per game) and Górnik Zabrze 1-1-3 (0.80 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for GKS Katowice vs Górnik Zabrze?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for GKS Katowice vs Górnik Zabrze: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.