In a thrilling encounter at Stadion Śląski, GKS Tychy edged out Ruch Chorzów 1-0 in a closely contested match on April 6, 2025. This victory marked a significant moment for Tychy, as it was their first win at this historic venue in 49 years, with their last appearance dating back to 1976.
The match was a crucial one for both teams, as they are battling for a spot in the playoffs of the Betclic 1 Liga. Ruch Chorzów, however, continued to struggle, failing to find the back of the net for the fifth consecutive match, deepening their crisis as they seek to turn their season around.
The game kicked off with Ruch showing early promise, trying to break their goal drought. Miłosz Kozak had a golden opportunity to score early on but was unable to control the ball in the box after a pass from Filip Starzyński. Another chance came from Bartłomiej Barański, whose long-range effort sailed over the bar.
GKS Tychy responded quickly, with Bartosz Śpiączka getting on the end of a cross from Natan Dzięgielewski, but his header went over the bar. The first half saw both teams creating chances, with Ruch nearly scoring when a defender almost turned a cross from Starzyński into his own net while trying to intercept it.
As the first half drew to a close, Tychy came close to taking the lead. A shot from Mateusz Szwoch was brilliantly saved by Ruch goalkeeper Marcel Łubik, while Jakub Bielecki, the Tychy keeper, made a crucial save from Śpiączka’s shot, followed by Dzięgielewski hitting the post with the rebound. Julian Keiblinger also threatened with a close-range header that was saved.
The second half saw Ruch Chorzów come out with more urgency, but their attempts to penetrate Tychy's defense proved fruitless. Jakub Adkonis had a chance to score but lost a one-on-one battle with the goalkeeper, and Daniel Szczepan also missed a close-range shot, sending it over the bar.
The decisive moment came in the 73rd minute when Julius Ertlthaler delivered a pinpoint cross, allowing Śpiączka to find the net despite being closely marked by two defenders. The goal sent Tychy fans into jubilation, as it not only secured the win but also avenged their earlier defeat to Ruch in the fall.
Following the goal, Śpiączka found the net again shortly after, but the referee disallowed the goal for a foul, leaving Ruch to rally for an equalizer. Despite their best efforts, they could not break through Tychy's defense, and the match ended with a score of 1-0 in favor of the visitors.
The attendance for the match was reported at 10,898, with fans eager to witness this fierce derby clash. The victory for GKS Tychy comes as they continue their strong form, having secured four wins in their last five matches before this encounter.
Ruch Chorzów's recent performances have been disappointing, including a humiliating 5-0 loss to Legia Warszawa in the Polish Cup semi-final just days prior to this match. This latest defeat raises questions about their ability to bounce back as they remain without a league win this spring.
GKS Tychy, on the other hand, has been on a roll, with this victory adding to their successful run. Their recent form includes notable wins against strong opponents, positioning them well in the league standings as they aim for a playoff spot.
As the league continues, both teams will look to build on this match's outcome. For Ruch, the focus will be on breaking their scoring drought and regaining their form, while Tychy will aim to maintain their momentum and push for a spot in the top tier of Polish football.
This derby not only highlighted the fierce rivalry between the two clubs but also set the stage for an exciting conclusion to the Betclic 1 Liga season.
