At the Stadion GOSiR in Gdynia, Arka Gdynia pulled off a dramatic 2-1 victory over favorites Pogoń Szczecin in their Matchday 4 clash. The win came in a tightly contested encounter filled with decisive moments.

Promising Start and a Stunning Comeback

The visitors took the lead in the 38th minute when Danijel Lončar, the Pogoń defender, found the net with a precise strike that caught the home goalkeeper off guard. Just before halftime, Arka Gdynia responded: in first-half stoppage time (45’+1), Sebastian Kerk leveled the score with a composed finish.

The second half turned into a tactical battle with both teams exchanging attacks, until the 80th minute when Kamil Jakubczyk scored the decisive goal for the hosts, completing the comeback in front of their home fans.

Defensive Grit and Clinical Finishing

After the equalizer, Pogoń Szczecin maintained more possession but lacked precision in the final third. Arka Gdynia, disciplined and patient, exploited spaces and capitalized on a defensive lapse to seal the win. The late strike by Jakubczyk proved enough, as the home side held firm until the final whistle.

Impact on the Standings and Renewed Confidence

This victory boosts Arka Gdynia in the standings and gives them crucial momentum in their bid to remain competitive in the league. For Pogoń Szczecin, the defeat is a setback, but their quality still offers a strong chance to recover—provided they address their defensive issues.

With morale high and confidence restored, Arka Gdynia showed character by overturning a deficit against a tough opponent. Pogoń Szczecin, meanwhile, will need to make adjustments quickly to reignite their campaign in the upcoming fixtures.