Željezničar vs Sarajevo: match statistics
Željezničar vs Sarajevo: form, goals and key statistics
Key match information
Željezničar played Sarajevo in Premier League of Bosnia (Bosnia & Herzegovina). The match was played on 9 September 2026. Venue: Stadion Grbavica. Final score: 2:0.
Current form
Željezničar: 2-1-2, 1.40 points/match. Sarajevo: 3-1-1, 2.00 points/match.
Goal statistics
Željezničar scores 1.20 and concedes 1.40 goals per match. Sarajevo scores 0.80 and concedes 0.40. League average: 2.46 goals.
BTTS / Over / Under
BTTS: Željezničar 60%, Sarajevo 20%. Over 2.5: Željezničar 40%, Sarajevo 20%. League level: BTTS 54%, Over 2.5 50%.
xG, shots and style
Sarajevo has higher xG: 1.37 vs 0.98. Željezničar: 9.4 shots per match, Sarajevo: 11.2.
Match halves
Željezničar: half-time lead 20%, second-half goals 0.80. Sarajevo: half-time lead 20%, second-half goals 0.60.
Goals by minute
Željezničar: 16-30 (2 goals). Sarajevo: 76-90+ (2 goals). This is historical distribution, not a predicted goal minute.
League context
Premier League of Bosnia: 2.46 goals per match, BTTS 54%, Over 2.5 50%.
Head-to-head
Before this fixture, 4 previous H2H matches were available: 1-1-2. Average goals 1.75, BTTS 0%.
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
Željezničar opened the home season with a 2:1 victory and averages 7 shots per match in front of their own fans, 3 of which are on target. The hosts converted as many as 29% of their attempts, but their average xG is only 0.88, meaning the tally of two goals points to a level of finishing that will be difficult to sustain. Sarajevo drew their only league match so far 0:0, while in their last five games they have scored 6 goals and conceded 5, recording 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat. Željezničar hold a slight advantage thanks to home-field advantage and 7 goals in their last five matches, but their failure to keep a clean sheet and 5 goals conceded during that period suggest a closely contested derby.
View the statistical overviewBTTS - will both teams score?
The BTTS signal is moderate, but in their last five matches, Sarajevo recorded both teams scoring in 60% of games, while Željezničar did so in 40%. Both teams have scored regularly during this period: the hosts averaged 1.4 goals and the visitors 1.2, with both conceding an identical average of 1.0 goal per match. Their attacking potential is supported by xG from the last five appearances, standing at 1.11 for Željezničar and 1.31 for Sarajevo, while their opponents generated 1.11 and 0.94 xG respectively. Željezničar’s home data shows 1.49 xG and 5 shots on target per match, increasing the likelihood of them scoring. However, the BTTS - Yes pick is only marginally stronger, as the league records BTTS in 60% of matches, while both teams have conceded just 5 goals in their last five games.
View BTTS statisticsOver/Under - goals analysis
Željezničar’s last five matches produced an average of 2.4 goals, while Sarajevo’s corresponding figure stands at 2.2 goals, indicating a game more likely to stay closer to the two-goal mark than to four goals. During this period, the hosts scored 1.4 goals per match and conceded 1.0, whereas Sarajevo scored 1.2 and also conceded 1.0 goals. The chance-quality metrics are moderate: Željezničar averaged 1.11 xG, while Sarajevo recorded 1.31 xG, with 1.11 and 0.94 xG conceded by their opponents, respectively. Although 60% of league matches went over 2.5 goals, only 40% of Sarajevo’s last five matches featured at least three goals, making Under 3.5 goals the strongest selection.
View Over/Under statisticsHT/FT - half-time and full-time scenario
Željezničar hold a slight edge in offensive output over the last five matches, averaging 1.4 goals compared with Sarajevo’s 1.2, while both teams have conceded an identical average of 1.0 goal. However, the hosts have more often started cautiously: the half-time draw occurred in 60% of their recent matches, with both teams averaging just 0.4 goals before the break. After half-time, Željezničar averaged 1.0 goal, compared with Sarajevo’s 0.8, and goals were scored in the second half in 80% of the hosts’ matches. Sarajevo are difficult to beat, having drawn 40% of their last five matches and lost only 20%, but home advantage and Željezničar’s higher xG of 1.49 support a home win at full-time. The strongest individual HT/FT outcome remains a Željezničar lead at the break followed by victory at full-time, although a draw after 45 minutes followed by a Željezničar win is a highly realistic alternative.
View first-half and second-half statisticsHalf-by-half
Match statistics
Pre-match profile— what do the season numbers say?
This is a team profile based on season data and form. Match-flow statistics are shown only after the fixture is played.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Attack and defence comparison for both teams in the current season.
Shooting quality
| Željezničar | Sarajevo | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 23% | 27% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.10 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.55 | 0.27 |
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 matches and season record, overall and split by home and away matches.
Sarajevo is 43% better for: last-5 form.
1.4 pts / match - Željezničar · 2 pts / match - Sarajevo
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.
Željezničar is 50% better for: goals scored per match.
1.2 goals / match - Željezničar · 0.8 goals / match - Sarajevo
Sarajevo is 250% better for: goals conceded per match.
1.4 goals / match - Željezničar · 0.4 goals / match - Sarajevo
Željezničar scores in 60% of matches (3 of 5 matches), while Sarajevo keeps a clean sheet in 60% (3 of 5 matches).
Sarajevo scores in 60% of matches (3 of 5 matches), while Željezničar keeps a clean sheet in 0% (0 of 5 matches).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away matches in the current season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often both teams' matches have goals on both sides, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these matches cross the goal lines?
How often matches involving these teams clear goal thresholds, in the full match and in each half.
Full match - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Željezničar
Over / Under - Sarajevo
1st half
2nd half
Match 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.
Sarajevo is 40% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1 pts / match - Željezničar · 1.4 pts / match - Sarajevo
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Željezničar - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 20% of matches and wins 40%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Concedes 0.6 more goals per match after half-time - defensive level drops in the second half.
Sarajevo - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 20% of matches and wins 60%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Concedes 0.4 more goals per match after half-time - defensive level drops in the second half.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 1.00 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.4 | 1.0 |
| Average goals in match | 0.8 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 0% |
| No goal | 80% | 40% |
| Goal difference | 0 | -1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 1.40 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.2 | 0.6 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.0 | 0.4 |
| Average goals in match | 0.2 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 20% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 100% | 60% |
| No goal | 80% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +1 | +1 |
* Colours in tables show event frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate, red is rare. It is frequency, not a team rating.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
Match phases in which both teams most often score and concede.
Most dangerous in minutes 16-30 (2 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (3). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (2 goals). Concedes most in 61-75 (1). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - 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 based on completed matches from the current season.
Match profile
Željezničar
Sarajevo
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range are calculated from public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical match profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed matches from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Premier League of Bosnia).
Teams vs league
| Željezničar | Liga | Sarajevo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals in match | ▲ 2.60 | 2.46 | ▼ 1.20 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 60% | 54% | ▼ 20% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 40% | 50% | ▼ 20% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 0% | 29% | ▲ 60% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 60% | 64% | ▼ 20% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 100% | 79% | ▼ 60% |
^ 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
Substitutes
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.
Head-to-head
Recent meetings (4): Željezničar 1 - 1 - 2 Sarajevo. Average goals 1.75, both teams scored in 0% matches.
FAQ
What was the result of Željezničar vs Sarajevo?
The Premier League of Bosnia match finished Željezničar 2:0 Sarajevo. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Željezničar and Sarajevo?
In the last 4 head-to-head matches Željezničar won 1, Sarajevo won 2 and 1 ended level. These games averaged 1.75 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Željezničar vs Sarajevo?
Željezničar score 1.20 goals per game on average and Sarajevo 0.80. The Premier League of Bosnia average is 2.46 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 50% of games. Both teams score in 60% of Željezničar's matches and 20% of Sarajevo's.
What form are Željezničar and Sarajevo in?
Over the last 5 games Željezničar have a 2-1-2 record (1.40 points per game) and Sarajevo 3-1-1 (2.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Željezničar vs Sarajevo?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Željezničar vs Sarajevo: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.