Widzew Łódź vs Lechia Gdansk May 09 2026 12:45 UTC

**Widzew Łódź Secures Decisive Victory with First-Half Goal Spree** Lodz, Poland – Widzew Łódź clinched a dominant 3-1 victory over Lechia Gdansk in an exciting Ekstraklasa match held on May 9, 2026, at the Stadion Widzewa Lodz. The game, part of the 2025 season's Regular Season - 32 round, was characterized by a potent offensive display from the home team in the first half and a tense, disciplinary-heavy second period. The match was officiated by Jaroslaw Przybyl of Poland. From the outset, Widzew Łódź showcased their intentions.

Despite an early yellow card for C. Isaac in the 4th minute, the team quickly opened the scoring. S. Bergier was the star, netting the first goal in the 10th minute with an assist from M. Fornalczyk. Bergier found the net again in the 28th minute, this time assisted by E.

Kornvig, doubling the lead. The goal-scoring spree continued relentlessly, and in the 37th minute, S. Kapuadi joined the scoring, assisted by an inspired S. Bergier, taking the score to a commanding 3-0 before halftime.

Lechia Gdansk attempted to react in the second half. Despite a yellow card for I. Zhelizko in the 53rd minute, it was Zhelizko himself who offered his team a glimmer of hope by scoring Lechia's only goal in the 66th minute, assisted by A. Tsarenko. However, Widzew Łódź's lead was too substantial to be overturned.

The final stages of the match were marred by disciplinary actions. Widzew Łódź accumulated a series of yellow cards for J. Shehu (82') and B. Pawlowski (84'). The situation worsened for the home team when J.

Shehu was sent off with a red card in the 88th minute after receiving his second yellow, leaving his team with ten men. Lechia Gdansk also saw a yellow card for B. Kludka in added time. Statistically, Widzew Łódź dominated possession with 53% and was far more effective in attack, taking 18 shots, 4 of which were on target, resulting in their three goals.

Lechia Gdansk, with 47% possession, had 11 shots with only 2 on target, managing just one goal. Lechia's aggression was reflected in 15 fouls committed, compared to Widzew Łódź's 10. Widzew Łódź received a total of 4 yellow cards and 1 red, while Lechia Gdansk received 2 yellow cards. Both teams had 2 corners.

Widzew Łódź earns three important points at home, highlighting their offensive power, especially in the first half, despite disciplinary issues late in the match.