KP Starogard Gdański Return to Winning Ways with 2-1 Comeback at Stolem Gniewino

KP Starogard Gdański claimed an important 2-1 away victory against Stolem Gniewino in Poland's Liga 3 on 8 August 2026. The visitors had to dig deep after conceding the opener, but a spirited second-half rally turned the match in their favour and earned them three crucial points in the fiercely competitive regional fourth tier.

Early Pressure and a Surprise Opener

The match began with neither side willing to take too many risks on a heavy pitch. Stolem Gniewino, playing in front of their home supporters, slowly grew into the game and took a deserved lead shortly before the half-hour mark. A well-delivered free-kick was met by a bullet header at the far post, leaving the KP Starogard goalkeeper with no chance.

The goal lifted Stolem, who began to press higher and control possession. However, KP Starogard offered little and went into the break a goal down but still firmly in the contest. The away side's coaching staff made a tactical adjustment at the interval, switching to a more direct approach aimed at bypassing Stolem's pressing midfield.

Second-Half Comeback

The change worked almost immediately. Within ten minutes of the restart, KP Starogard Gdański levelled the score with a powerful strike from the edge of the area after a cleared corner. Suddenly it was the away side who looked the more dangerous, and their momentum grew as Stolem's legs began to tire.

With just under fifteen minutes remaining, the winner arrived. A driving run down the left flank produced a pin-point cross, and a clever near-post run and finish gave KP Starogard the lead for the first time in the match. Stolem pushed for an equaliser in the closing stages but were met by a well-organised defence and an inspired goalkeeping display.

Race for the Top

• Three crucial points: KP Starogard Gdański strengthened their position in the upper half of the Liga 3 table, keeping pace with the promotion-chasing pack.
• Stolem remain competitive: Despite the defeat, Stolem Gniewino showed they will be tough to beat on home soil.
• Momentum swing: The away win marks KP Starogard's second consecutive victory in league action and gives them genuine momentum heading into the next round.

Looking Ahead

The result underlines the growing maturity of KP Starogard Gdański, who refused to panic after conceding first. For Stolem Gniewino, there will be frustration at letting a lead slip, but the performance confirmed their ability to mix it with the division's better sides. As the Liga 3 season progresses, matches like this are often the ones that define promotion pushes—and this was a marker of intent from the visitors.