Banik Ostrava and Legia Warszawa played out an entertaining 2-2 draw in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League second qualifying round tie on July 25, 2025. The result at the Městský stadion in Ostrava sets up a finely balanced second leg in Poland. The home side started explosively, taking an early two-goal lead to the delight of the packed stadium. However, Legia Warszawa, a team with vast European pedigree, mounted a stunning comeback in the second half, scoring twice to level the match and silence the home crowd. The final minutes were frantic, with both teams searching for a winner, but the score remained tied. The two away goals are a huge boost for Legia, but Banik Ostrava will take heart from their strong first-half performance into the return fixture. Both managers praised the match as a great spectacle for the fans.