FC Viön Zlaté Moravce-Vráble 1-0 FC Artmedia Petržalka
Slovak 2. Liga | 8 May 2026

Match Overview

FC Viön Zlaté Moravce-Vráble edged out FC Artmedia Petržalka 1-0 in a tense Slovak 2. Liga encounter on Friday night. The home side ground out a vital victory in front of their supporters at the Viön Aréna, moving further clear of the relegation zone with just a handful of games remaining in the season.

Key Moment

The only goal of the match arrived early in the first half. In the 14th minute, a corner from the right was met by the head of Viön captain Lukáš Greššák, who powered his effort past Artmedia goalkeeper Adam Danko. The set-piece goal proved decisive as both sides struggled to create clear-cut chances thereafter.

Tactical Battle

Viön set up in a compact 4-4-2 shape, looking to absorb pressure and hit on the counter. Artmedia Petržalka, traditionally a possession-based side, dominated the ball with 62% but lacked incision in the final third. The visitors’ best chance came in the 55th minute when Samuel Buček’s volley from the edge of the box flew just over the crossbar.

Standout Performers

• Lukáš Greššák (Viön) – The veteran defender was rock-solid at the back and contributed the match-winning goal.
• Patrik Hrošovský (Viön) – Controlled midfield with energy and discipline, breaking up play and starting counters.
• Tomáš Kóša (Artmedia) – The visitors’ best outlet on the left flank, but his crosses found no takers.

Season Implications

The win lifts FC Viön to 9th place in the Slovak 2. Liga standings, opening a five-point gap to the relegation play-off spot. For Artmedia Petržalka, this defeat keeps them in mid-table mediocrity, now seven points adrift of the promotion race. With four matches left, both sides need to maintain focus – Viön for survival, Artmedia for a late push up the table.