Pogoń Szczecin returns to Ekstraklasa action after the international break, hosting newly-promoted Wieczysta Kraków at their home ground. The round 8 match is scheduled for Sunday, 13 September, at the Stadion Miejski im. Floriana Krygiera with a 14:45 kick-off.
Form heading into the clash
Coach Kosta Runjaic's team enters this fixture on the back of three consecutive draws. The most recent was a 1-1 stalemate with Wisła Płock in the previous round, where Jan Biegański scored for the Portowcy in the 52nd minute. Their overall form from the last five matches reads one win, three draws and one defeat (DLDDW). This inconsistent run makes Sunday's encounter with the league newcomers an opportunity to secure three valuable points and rebuild their position in the standings. The first-team squad list and player stats are available on our squad page.
Likely lineup and approach
Against Wisła Płock, Pogoń lined up in a 4-3-3 formation with Vladimir Cojocaru in goal. The defence consisted of Hussein Ali, Dimitrios Keramitsis, Leo Willen and Bafodé Mendy. Jan Biegański, Patryk Dziczek and Nikolaj Lawa operated in midfield, with Darko Churlinov, Paul Mukairu and Mateusz Wojciechowski leading the attack. Their opponents, Wieczysta Kraków, lost their last recorded match 2-3 to Cracovia on 21 August, highlighting defensive issues the Portowcy will look to exploit.
Context and next challenges
This is the first-ever league meeting between Pogoń and Wieczysta, adding an element of the unknown. Immediately after this match, the team faces a long break before their next league fixture, which is at home against Śląsk Wrocław on 21 November. The full schedule of upcoming games can be found on the fixtures page. Securing a victory before this pause is vital for maintaining positive momentum within the squad.
