Pogoń Szczecin were eliminated from the STS Polish Cup after a 2-1 defeat to Śląsk Wrocław in the competition's first round. The match, which took place on Thursday at 6:30 PM, ended unfavourably for the team from West Pomerania, as confirmed by a match highlights package published by TVP Sport.
What was Pogoń's lineup for the cup match?
The Pogoń Szczecin manager fielded a mixed lineup, combining experienced players with younger forces. Michał Szromnik started in goal, protected by a back four of Mariusz Malec, Lamine Ba, A. Timossi Andersson, and Yegor Matsenko. The midfield was formed by Marc Llinares, Karol Linetty, and Grzegorz Tomasiewicz, while the attack relied on Piotr Samiec-Talar, Przemysław Banaszak, and Luka Marjanac. The bench held many established players, including Benjamin Mendy, Attila Szalai, Kamil Grosicki, and Darko Churlinov, showcasing the squad's depth. The full team roster is always available on our squad page.
When were substitutions made during the match?
The first adjustment to Pogoń's setup came in the 64th minute of the match. The manager opted to introduce fresh legs in an attempt to turn the tide. Śląsk's response came late, in the 84th minute, when the hosts also made a change to secure their lead. These moves, however, did not bring about the turnaround the Portowcy fans hoped for, and the team had to accept the loss.
What's next for Pogoń Szczecin this season?
The club must quickly bounce back from the cup defeat, as the Ekstraklasa schedule is demanding. The next league test for Portowcy is already on 21 November 2026, when they will face Śląsk Wrocław again, this time at their home stadium. This match will be a chance for revenge for Thursday's loss. Before that fixture, the team has several other commitments, which can be tracked on our fixtures page.
What are the consequences of this defeat?
Elimination from the Polish Cup at such an early stage is always a disappointment for a club with ambitions to win domestic trophies. Focus now shifts entirely to the league campaign, where Pogoń will want to improve their position in the table. The team's current standing can be monitored in the league standings. Commenting on the match highlights for TVP Sport, Mateusz Borek and Grzegorz Mielcarski said: "Skrót meczu 1. Rundy STS Pucharu Polski, w którym Śląsk Wrocław zmierzył się z Pogonią Szczecin." The team's next appearance is scheduled for their home ground.
