In the 21st round of the PKO BP Ekstraklasa, Lechia Gdańsk defeated Motor Lublin 3:2 away. The match, played in difficult winter conditions, was full of twists and goals. Although the hosts took the lead first, the team led by John Carver managed to turn the tide of the game. The hero for the visitors was Camilo Mena, who scored twice, securing all three points for the white-and-greens.

Camilo Mena's Double

Colombian striker Camilo Mena scored two goals, including the decisive winning goal from a penalty kick in the 73rd minute of play.

Continuation of Lechia's Streak

The Gdańsk team remains unbeaten since November 3, 2025, recording their fifth victory in the last six league matches.

Effectiveness Despite Weaknesses

The team from Pomerania won despite the absence of Tomas Bobček, suspended due to yellow cards, the team's most effective scorer this season.

Sunday's match at Arena Lublin provided fans with immense excitement, confirming the pre-match predictions of the home team's coach about the high offensive potential of both sides. Lechia Gdańsk, entering the match without their top scorer Tomas Bobček, proved they can score effectively even with a weakened squad. The rivalry took place in winter conditions, which did not prevent the players from creating a spectacle of high technical quality. The score was opened in the 12th minute by Rafał Wolski, but the joy of the Lublin fans was short-lived, as just four minutes later, Camilo Mena equalized. Before the break, Tomasz Neugebauer gave the visitors the lead. The rivalry between Motor Lublin and Lechia Gdańsk has a long history, dating back to the 1950s. Both teams have faced each other multiple times at various competition levels, and their matches often decided the table standings in the fight for promotion or survival in the top division. The second half started unluckily for the team from Pomerania when Bernardo Rodin directed the ball into his own net in the 47th minute, leading to a draw. However, Lechia delivered the decisive blow in the 73rd minute when Camilo Mena successfully converted a penalty kick. This victory allows the Gdańsk team to continue their impressive unbeaten streak, which has lasted uninterrupted since November 3 of last year. For Motor, it was a painful lesson, especially as coach Mateusz Stolarski had hoped to exploit the defensive weaknesses of their rival. The visitors' win is even more valuable because statistically, Motor has been an exceptionally uncomfortable opponent for them in recent years. „A match with the potential for many goals. Lechia is not a defensive hegemon.” — Mateusz Stolarski Lechia's victory over Motor brings the Gdańsk club closer to the top of the Ekstraklasa, while the newcomer from Lublin must seek points in upcoming matches to maintain a stable position in the middle of the table. Both coaches, John Carver and Mateusz Stolarski, despite the rivalry, emphasized mutual respect and a similar philosophy of play based on offensive football. The next round will verify whether the Gdańsk team can maintain the form that allows them to think about European cups.

Mentioned People

  • Camilo Mena — Lechia Gdańsk footballer, scorer of two goals in the match against Motor Lublin.
  • Mateusz Stolarski — Motor Lublin coach, who predicted an offensive nature for the spectacle.
  • John Carver — Lechia Gdańsk coach, continuing the unbeaten match streak.