Analysis The numbers behind the result
Borac Banja Luka clinical despite KuPS possession dominance
Borac Banja Luka's 2-0 victory was justified by the numbers, as they outperformed KuPS in every attacking metric despite holding just 40% possession. The hosts' 24 total shots dwarfed KuPS' 12, and their 2.13 xG highlighted the quality of chances created compared to KuPS' 0.65. Borac Banja Luka were also more clinical, converting two of their 12 shots on target, while KuPS managed just three on target despite their 60% possession.
The game's decisive moments came in the 29th and 50th minutes, with Stefan Savic and Matej Deket scoring to secure the win. Deket's goal, assisted by Luka Juricic, was particularly impactful, doubling the lead just after half-time. KuPS made five substitutions in an attempt to change the game, but Borac Banja Luka's defensive discipline, evidenced by just a single yellow card after the 78th minute, ensured they maintained control.
The key stat explaining the outcome is Borac Banja Luka's dominance in shots inside the box — 13 compared to KuPS' four. This disparity in quality chances, despite KuPS' possession advantage, was the decisive factor in the match.