Warta Poznan 3–4 Gornik Polkowice: Thrilling Friendly Ends in Away Victory

In an action-packed International Club Friendly on 18 July 2026, Gornik Polkowice edged out Warta Poznan by a 4–3 scoreline at the Stadion przy Drodze Dębińskiej. The match served as a high-tempo workout for both sides ahead of their domestic seasons, with seven goals and plenty of end-to-end football.

First-Half Fireworks

The game started at a blistering pace. Warta Poznan took the lead in the 8th minute when striker Mateusz Klich capitalised on a defensive mix-up to slot home from close range. However, Gornik Polkowice responded almost immediately. Midfielder Kacper Wiśniewski equalised in the 15th minute with a curling free kick from 20 yards. The visitors then took control: Michał Ziółkowski scored a solo effort in the 28th minute, dribbling past three defenders before finishing low, and Patryk Nowak added a third in the 41st minute from a corner.

Warta pulled one back just before half-time when Filip Szymański headed in a cross from the left, making it 2–3 at the break.

Second-Half Drama

Both coaches made several changes at halftime, but the tempo did not drop. Warta Poznan equalised in the 56th minute through substitute Bartosz Rydlewski, who tapped in after a goalmouth scramble. The home fans hoped for a winner, but it was Gornik Polkowice who struck the decisive blow in the 78th minute. Winger Damian Krawczyk cut inside from the right and fired a powerful shot that deflected off a defender and into the net.

Warta pushed for a late equaliser but were denied by some fine saves from Gornik goalkeeper Łukasz Kowalski.

Friendly Value

• Gornik Polkowice – Showed clinical finishing and defensive resilience despite conceding three.
• Warta Poznan – Will be concerned about defensive lapses but impressed with their attacking spirit.
• Seven goals – The match provided excellent entertainment for the crowd of 2,300.

Both sides now turn their attention to the start of the Polish league campaigns. Warta Poznan face Lech Poznan in the Ekstraklasa opener, while Gornik Polkowice begin their I liga season against Resovia.