GKS Katowice vs Cracovia: Prediction, Head-to-Head, Odds & Stats (Fri, 19 Sep '25)

The upcoming match in the Ekstraklasa will see GKS Katowice face off against Cracovia at the Stadion GKS Katowice Stadium in Poland on Friday, September 19, 2025. Historical head-to-head statistics reveal a clear dominance by GKS Katowice, who have secured victories in all three of their last encounters with Cracovia. Notably, their most recent clash, held on Sunday, May 11, 2025, ended with a 2-1 win for GKS Katowice on their home turf.

Analyzing the current form, GKS Katowice enter this match following a 0-2 defeat against KS Lechia Gdańsk, while Cracovia comes off a goalless draw with Polonia Bytom. In terms of league standings, Cracovia currently holds the third position, a much stronger standing compared to GKS Katowice, who find themselves in the 15th spot.

When examining key players, Bartosz Nowak stands out for GKS Katowice as the top scorer with 4 goals this season. Cracovia, on the other hand, will look to Otar Kakabadze, who leads his team with 2 assists. In player ratings, Cracovia's Ajdin Hasić shines with a rating of 7.7, followed by Kakabadze at 7.53, and Filip Stojilković at 7.3. For GKS Katowice, Nowak again leads with a rating of 7.48, while Lukas Klemenz and Marcin Wasielewski are at 6.95 and 6.86, respectively.

From a tactical perspective, Cracovia will need to improve upon their average possession rate, which stands at 43.29%, compared to GKS Katowice's 50%. The ability to control possession could be crucial in this encounter. The corners' statistics show GKS Katowice averaging 6.88 per match, overshadowing Cracovia's 3.71.

Discipline may play a pivotal role in the outcome, with GKS Katowice accumulating 11 yellow cards and no red cards, whereas Cracovia has been penalized more heavily with 17 yellow cards and a red card, in addition to conceding a penalty goal.

Considering the statistical evidence and past performance, the prediction leans toward GKS Katowice securing a victory in this match. Their historical dominance, along with stronger recent player performances, positions them favorably against Cracovia. Analyzing current form and streaks is crucial for accurate predictions, and based on these metrics, GKS Katowice appears to be the likely winner.