Red Bull Salzburg 4:0 Metalist 1925 — Match Report

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Nikolas Veratschnig scored once and earned an 8.84 rating as Red Bull Salzburg thumped Metalist 1925 4-0 in a Club Friendly Games encounter. It was a comprehensive victory that offered little resistance from the Ukrainian visitors.

Edmund Baidoo broke the deadlock in the 28th minute before Veratschnig doubled the lead four minutes before half-time. Gaoussou Diakite added a third six minutes after the restart, and a late fourth in the 87th minute completed the rout, with no red cards or VAR interventions to disrupt Salzburg's flow.

Salzburg held 58% possession to Metalist's 42%, though the visitors actually won more corners, seven to five, suggesting they had spells of pressure without reward. Veratschnig was the standout as a Defender with the highest rating of 8.84 and a goal to his name. There is no next fixture to look ahead to.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Red Bull Salzburg vs Metalist 1925?

Red Bull Salzburg 4-0 Metalist 1925 (Club Friendly Games).

Who scored?

Edmund Baidoo (28') for Red Bull Salzburg; Nikolas Veratschnig (41') for Red Bull Salzburg; Gaoussou Diakite (51') for Red Bull Salzburg.

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