Kazincbarcika secured a surprising and impressive 3-1 away victory over MTK Budapest in the Hungary Fizz Liga on January 31, 2026. The win at the Hidegkuti Nándor Stadion was a major upset, dealing a significant blow to MTK's ambitions while providing Kazincbarcika with a huge boost in their fight for survival. The visitors were fearless from the start and took a shock lead within the first fifteen minutes. They doubled their advantage before halftime with a swift counter-attack, leaving the home crowd stunned. MTK pulled a goal back early in the second half to offer hope, but Kazincbarcika restored their two-goal cushion with a well-taken finish to seal a memorable win. The result saw Kazincbarcika climb out of the relegation zone, while MTK's push for a top-half finish was severely hampered. The Kazincbarcika coach called it a perfect tactical performance, and the MTK manager apologized to the fans for a unacceptable display.