Lech Poznań continues its winning streak, defeating Korona Kielce 2:1 away in the 22nd round of the PKO BP Ekstraklasa. Thanks to the three points, Niels Frederiksen's team advanced to the runner-up position, capitalizing on Jagiellonia Białystok's draw with Radomiak Radom. Goals for the visitors were scored by Ali Gholizadeh and Antonio Milić, while the consolation goal for the hosts was netted by Mariusz Stępiński. Meanwhile, Legia Warszawa finally broke its terrible streak, leaving the relegation zone.

Lech's advance to runner-up

A 2:1 victory in Kielce allowed Lech Poznań to move up to second place in the Ekstraklasa table.

Leader's stumble in Białystok

Jagiellonia Białystok drew 1:1 with Radomiak Radom, reducing its lead over the chasing pack.

Legia Warszawa's breakthrough

Marek Papszun's team won its first league match since September, leaving the relegation zone.

Transfer rumors surrounding Widzew

The club from Łódź has submitted an offer of around 3 million euros for Legia Warszawa defender Steve Kapuadi.

Sunday's match in Kielce had two drastically different faces. In the first half, Lech Poznań displayed football at the highest level, which coach Niels Frederiksen described as the team's best 45 minutes of the current season. The visitors' dominance was confirmed in the 30th minute by Ali Gholizadeh, and just before halftime, Antonio Milić increased the lead following a rebound from Robert Gumny's shot. After the sides changed, the picture of the game shifted – Korona Kielce, led by Jacek Zieliński, took the initiative and, thanks to Mariusz Stępiński, scored a consolation goal. Despite the hosts' pressure in the closing stages, Kolejorz maintained the lead and collected all three points. Simultaneously in Białystok, a surprise occurred, where league leaders Jagiellonia only managed a 1:1 draw with Radomiak Radom. Although Jesus Imaz salvaged a point for the hosts, dropping points means their advantage over the surging Lech has shrunk to just two points. The situation at the top of the table is becoming extremely dynamic ahead of the upcoming clash, where Lech will face Raków Częstochowa. The visitors from Radom finished the match with ten men after a red card for Michał Kaput, and suspended coach Goncalo Feio was missing from the bench. The PKO BP Ekstraklasa, Poland's top division, has for years been characterized by high unpredictability, where point differences between the top and the middle of the table are often minimal, leading to drastic reshuffles within a single matchday. A breakthrough also occurred in Warsaw, where Legia under Marek Papszun ended a humiliating streak of twelve matches without a league victory. A 2:1 win over Wisła Płock allowed "The Soldiers" to escape the relegation zone. The hero of the match was debutant Rafał Adamski, whose transfer saga from Warta Poznań to the capital was described in the media as almost cinematic. Meanwhile, transfer rumors swirl around the Łazienkowska team concerning Steve Kapuadi, who is being intensely pursued by Widzew Łódź, with an offer hovering around 3 million euros. „Uważam, że pierwsza połowa, którą dzisiaj rozegraliśmy, była po prostu fantastyczna. To było prawdopodobnie nasze najlepsze 45 minut w tym sezonie.” (I think the first half we played today was simply fantastic. It was probably our best 45 minutes this season.) — Niels Frederiksen Results of the 22nd round of the Ekstraklasa: Korona Kielce 1:2 Lech Poznań; Jagiellonia Białystok 1:1 Radomiak Radom; Legia Warszawa 2:1 Wisła Płock

Mentioned People

  • Niels Frederiksen — Lech Poznań coach, praised the team's performance in the first half of the match in Kielce.
  • Rafał Adamski — Legia Warszawa forward, scored a goal on his debut against Wisła Płock.
  • Marek Papszun — Legia Warszawa coach, who ended a streak of twelve matches without a victory.
  • Ali Gholizadeh — Iranian midfielder for Lech Poznań, a key player in the match against Korona Kielce.