Wisła Kraków Shocked by Polonia Warszawa in Home Defeat…
Kraków, Poland – Wisła Kraków suffered a surprising setback in their push for promotion, falling 1–2 at home to Polonia Warszawa in the latest round of the 1 Liga. The result stunned supporters at Stadion Miejski im. Henryka Reymana, as the visitors capitalized on defensive lapses to secure all three points.
Polonia struck early, unsettling the hosts with aggressive pressing and sharp counterattacks. Despite Wisła’s attempts to regain control, the visitors maintained their composure and punished mistakes at the back. A late surge from Wisła produced a consolation goal, but it wasn’t enough to overturn the deficit.
Head coach Mariusz Jop expressed his frustration after the match, stating: “We don’t like to lose. This defeat hurts, but we must bounce back quickly.” Jop emphasized the importance of resilience, urging his squad to learn from the setback as they continue their campaign for promotion.
The loss comes at a critical stage of the season, with Wisła aiming to stay in contention for a return to the Ekstraklasa. Fans voiced disappointment but also rallied behind the team, calling for renewed focus ahead of upcoming fixtures.
Key Takeaways
- Wisła Kraków 1–2 Polonia Warszawa: A shock home defeat in the 1 Liga.
- Coach Mariusz Jop: “We don’t like to lose,” stressing the need to recover quickly.
- Promotion race impact: Wisła must regroup to maintain momentum in the battle for Ekstraklasa return.
