In a thrilling encounter on April 6, 2025, Legia Warszawa managed to secure a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Górnik Zabrze in the 27th round of the PKO BP Ekstraklasa. The match, held in Zabrze, saw Legia come from behind to clinch the win, with Luquinhas emerging as the hero of the day, scoring both goals for the visitors.
The clash was marked by a competitive spirit, with both teams closely positioned in the league table prior to the match. Górnik Zabrze started strong, dominating the early stages of the game and taking the lead in the 8th minute. Yosuke Furukawa made a brilliant run down the left flank, delivering a precise pass to Taofeek Ismaheel, who struck the ball past Legia's goalkeeper Kacper Tobiasz, putting Górnik ahead 1-0.
Despite the early setback, Legia struggled to find their rhythm in the first half. They managed only two shots, neither of which were on target, while Górnik had eight attempts, four of which tested Tobiasz. Legia's best chance of the half came in the 24th minute when Illa Szkuryn hit the crossbar during a chaotic moment in the box.
As the second half commenced, Legia returned with renewed vigor. Their persistence paid off in the 58th minute when Luquinhas found the back of the net with a long-range effort. The ball was deflected by Górnik's defender Rafał Janicki, leaving the goalkeeper with no chance to react, and the score was leveled at 1-1.
Legia continued to push forward, and just nine minutes later, they took the lead. Following a free kick, Szkuryn cleverly set up Luquinhas, who calmly slotted the ball home, marking his second goal of the match and giving Legia a 2-1 advantage.
Górnik Zabrze fought hard to equalize once more, but their efforts were thwarted by a resilient Legia defense. Despite several attempts, including some dangerous counterattacks, Górnik could not find a way past Tobiasz again. The match concluded with Legia celebrating a crucial away win, propelling them to fifth place in the Ekstraklasa standings with 44 points, while Górnik remains in seventh with 40 points.
The match was officiated by Szymon Marciniak and witnessed an attendance of 23,438 enthusiastic fans. The victory was a significant boost for Legia as they aim to climb higher in the league table.
In other matches of the 27th round, Jagiellonia Białystok drew 1-1 with Piast Gliwice, which was a disappointing result for the current champions. Jagiellonia took the lead in the 22nd minute through a goal from Norbert Wojtuszek, assisted by Jesus Imaz. However, Piast equalized in the 62nd minute with a goal from Thierry Gale, assisted by Maciej Rosołek. This result saw Jagiellonia drop from second to third place in the league standings.
Meanwhile, Pogoń Szczecin had a commanding 4-0 victory over GKS Katowice, further tightening the race for the top positions. Efthymis Koulouris starred for Pogoń, scoring a hat-trick that included two goals in quick succession. Kacper Łukasiak also added to the tally, showcasing Pogoń's attacking prowess.
As the season progresses, the competition in the PKO BP Ekstraklasa remains fierce. With teams like Raków Częstochowa leading the pack with 55 points, the battle for European qualification spots is heating up. The upcoming matches will be crucial for teams looking to solidify their positions as they head into the final stretch of the season.
Looking ahead, Legia Warszawa will be eager to build on their recent success as they prepare for their next fixture, while Górnik Zabrze will need to regroup and refocus to reclaim their momentum in the league.
