Pogoń Szczecin lost 0-2 to KGHM Zagłębie Lubin in a pre‑season friendly played on July 5, 2026, in Opalenica. Greek striker Michalis Kossidis opened the scoring in the 9th minute from the penalty spot and added a second in the 29th minute, giving the Coppermen a clear victory.

How did the match unfold?

The first half saw Zagłębie take the lead after a well‑taken penalty in the 9th minute – Kossidis kept his composure and beat the Pogoń goalkeeper. Six minutes later, in the 29th minute, the Greek forward struck again, this time after a quick transition in midfield. The second half remained goalless, and Pogoń failed to find the net despite several chances.

Why does the result matter for Pogoń Szczecin?

A loss in the opening friendly highlights that Leszek Ojrzyński's side must tighten its defence and improve attacking efficiency before the league starts. The coach still has two warm‑up games – against Chrobry Głogów and Austrian champions Sturm Graz – to fine‑tune tactics and test squad depth.

What’s next on the preparation schedule?

After the Opalenica fixture, Zagłębie will face Czech side Baník Ostrava, while Pogoń Szczecin has another friendly against Dynamo Berlin, which they won 3-0. The key date is the Ekstraklasa opener – on July 24 at 20:30 Pogoń meets Legia Warsaw, and Zagłębie hosts Piast Gliwice on July 27 at 19:00, both as home teams.

Who shone in this friendly?

Michalis Kossidis, a 24‑year‑old Greek forward, proved decisive for Zagłębie. His two first‑half goals secured the win and showed his knack for converting chances inside the box. For Pogoń it’s a warning that the back line needs to be more alert and the attack requires additional options beyond set‑pieces.