PKO Bank Polski EKSTRAKLASA – Match Report

Jagiellonia Białystok edged out Pogoń Szczecin 3–2 in a thrilling encounter at the Stadion Miejski on 9 May 2026. The result kept Jagiellonia firmly in the chase for European qualification, while Pogoń’s hopes of a top‑four finish suffered a costly setback.

First‑Half Fireworks

The home side started with real intensity. Jagiellonia’s press forced an early mistake from Pogoń’s defence, and Bartłomiej Wdowik slotted home from close range after just seven minutes. The visitors responded quickly, however. A sweeping counter‑attack saw Kamil Grosicki whip in a cross that was met by Efthymis Koulouris, who nodded past the goalkeeper to level the score in the 18th minute.

Jagiellonia regained the lead before half‑time through a set‑piece routine. Jesús Imaz curled a free‑kick into the box, and Adrián Diéguez rose highest to power a header into the net.

Second‑Half Drama

Pogoń came out with renewed purpose after the break. In the 57th minute, Luka Zahović was brought down in the area, and he stepped up to convert the penalty himself, making it 2–2. The match hung in the balance until the 78th minute, when Jagiellonia substitute Kristoffer Hansen latched onto a through ball and fired low past the advancing goalkeeper to restore the lead.

Despite a late Pogoń onslaught, the home defence held firm, securing three vital points.

Standout Performers

Jagiellonia’s midfield trio of Michał Skóraś, Nené and Taras Romanczuk controlled large spells, while Pogoń will rue missed chances from Koulouris and Zahović.

Impact on the Ekstraklasa Standings

The win moved Jagiellonia up to fifth, just three points behind third‑placed Raków. For Pogoń, the defeat left them in seventh place, four points adrift of the European places with only three matches remaining.