RKS Radomiak RadomvsWisla Plock

Match Context and Recent Form

RKS Radomiak Radom and Wisla Plock are set to clash in what promises to be a tightly contested match. Radomiak Radom, currently competing in the Ekstraklasa, has shown a mixed bag of performances recently. Their last match ended in a 1-1 draw against GKS Katowice, following a 0-3 defeat to Slask Wroclaw and a narrow 2-1 loss to Lech Poznan. The team is grappling with injuries, notably to defender Mateusz Cichocki, which could impact their defensive solidity. On the other hand, Wisla Plock, playing in the I Liga, is in fourth place with a commendable record of 8 wins, 6 draws, and 3 losses. However, they have not won in their last five games, which might affect their confidence going into this match.

Head-to-Head Analysis

Historically, Wisla Plock has had the upper hand in this fixture, winning two of the last five encounters, with Radomiak Radom winning once and two matches ending in draws. The goal difference in these meetings favors Wisla Plock at 7-4. Interestingly, both teams have shown a propensity to concede goals, with Radomiak Radom conceding in each of their last five matches and Wisla Plock in their last six. This trend suggests a high likelihood of both teams finding the net in this encounter.

Statistical Insights and Player Performances

Radomiak Radom has been more effective in the latter stages of matches, scoring 27% of their goals between the 76th and 90th minutes. Conversely, Wisla Plock tends to score 42% of their goals between the 31st and 45th minutes, indicating a potential early threat. Key players to watch include Radomiak's top scorer Jan Grzesik with 5 goals and Wisla Plock's Lukasz Sekulski, who has netted 4 times this season. Both teams have shown vulnerabilities in defense, which could be exploited by these attacking talents.

Venue and Tactical Considerations

The match will be held at Radomiak Radom's home ground, Stadion im. Braci Czachorow, which could provide a slight edge due to familiar surroundings and fan support. However, Wisla Plock has been relatively strong on the road, averaging 1.78 goals per away game. Both teams have struggled to maintain leads, with Radomiak winning only 13% of matches when trailing 0-1 at home, while Wisla Plock wins 25% when down 1-0 away. Given these dynamics, a draw seems a plausible outcome, with both teams likely to score.