Match report
Arka Gdynia 3–1 Lech Poznan: Unexpected Turn of Events in Ekstraklasa
Arka Gdynia
3–1
FT
Lech Poznan
Nov 9, 2025
Arka Gdynia secured a surprising 3-1 victory over Lech Poznan in their Ekstraklasa match, defying early odds. Lech Poznan took an early lead through P. Rodriguez but Arka Gdynia rallied with three goals from Edu Espiau after T. Ouma's red card for Lech Poznan.
Key Facts
- • Final Score: Arka Gdynia 3–1 Lech Poznan
- • Early Lead: P. Rodriguez (Lech Poznan) scored at 15'
- • Red Card: T. Ouma (Lech Poznan) at 55'
- • Match-Winner: Edu Espiau (Arka Gdynia) scored all three goals for Arka Gdynia
- • Assists: S. Kerk, T. Gaprindashvili, K. Jakubczyk (Arka Gdynia)
Lineups
Arka Gdynia
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Starting XI
- 77 D. Weglarz (G)
- 29 M. Marcjanik (D)
- 23 K. Hermoso (D)
- 94 D. Gojny (D)
- 2 M. Navarro (M)
- 10 A. Nguiamba (M)
- 35 K. Jakubczyk (M)
- 11 D. Kocyla (M)
- 31 N. Rusyn (F)
- 37 S. Kerk (F)
- 99 E. D. Espiau Hernandez (F)
Substitutes
- 1 J. Grobelny
- 33 D. Abramowicz
- 18 J. Celestine
- 4 D. Zator
- 8 A. Sidibe
- 9 T. Gaprindashvili
- 17 M. Predenkiewicz
- 21 P. Szysz
- 7 S. Sobczak
- 14 H. Vitalucci
Lech Poznan
Formation: 4-4-2
Starting XI
- 41 B. Mrozek (G)
- 20 R. Gumny (D)
- 72 M. Skrzypczak (D)
- 16 A. Milic (D)
- 15 M. Gurgul (D)
- 99 P. Rodriguez (M)
- 43 A. Kozubal (M)
- 6 T. Ouma (M)
- 56 K. Lisman (M)
- 7 Y. Agnero (F)
- 77 L. Palma (F)
Substitutes
- 33 M. Pruchniewski
- 2 J. Pereira
- 4 J. Moutinho
- 14 L. Bengtsson
- 19 B. Fiabema
- 23 G. Thordarson
- 24 F. Jagiello
- 27 W. Monka
- 54 K. Jakobczyk
- 88 T. Ismaheel
Timeline
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15' Lech Poznan Goal · Normal GoalP. Rodriguez · Assist: K. Lisman
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26' Arka Gdynia Card · Yellow CardS. Kerk
Foul
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29' Lech Poznan Card · Yellow CardRobert Gumny
Foul
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30' Arka Gdynia Card · Yellow CardD. Kocyla
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52' Lech Poznan Card · Yellow CardT. Ouma
Foul
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55' Lech Poznan Card · Yellow CardT. Ouma
Foul
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55' Lech Poznan Card · Red CardT. Ouma
Foul
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57' Lech Poznan subst · Substitution 1Off: K. Lisman · On: F. Jagiello
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64' Arka Gdynia Goal · Normal GoalEdu Espiau · Assist: S. Kerk
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71' Arka Gdynia Card · Yellow CardEdu Espiau
Handball
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71' Arka Gdynia subst · Substitution 1Off: N. Rusyn · On: T. Gaprindashvili
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71' Arka Gdynia subst · Substitution 2Off: D. Kocyla · On: P. Szysz
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72' Arka Gdynia Goal · Normal GoalEdu Espiau · Assist: T. Gaprindashvili
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75' Lech Poznan subst · Substitution 2Off: Robert Gumny · On: J. Pereira
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75' Lech Poznan subst · Substitution 3Off: L. Palma · On: L. Bengtsson
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75' Lech Poznan subst · Substitution 4Off: P. Rodriguez · On: T. Ismaheel
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78' Arka Gdynia Goal · Normal GoalEdu Espiau · Assist: K. Jakubczyk
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79' Arka Gdynia subst · Substitution 3Off: Edu Espiau · On: A. Sidibe
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82' Lech Poznan subst · Substitution 5Off: Y. Agnero · On: K. Jakobczyk
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87' Arka Gdynia subst · Substitution 4Off: K. Jakubczyk · On: S. Sobczak
Match Stats
| Stat | Arka Gdynia | Lech Poznan |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 19 | 16 |
| Pass Accuracy | 86% | 85% |
| Offsides | 2 | 1 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 1 |
| Total Shots | 19 | 13 |
| Corners | 3 | 3 |
| Total Passes | 353 | 454 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 3 |
| Blocked Shots | 5 | 4 |
| Shots on Target | 7 | 6 |
| xG | 1.34 | 2.67 |
| Shots off Target | 7 | 3 |
| Possession | 44% | 56% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 303 | 384 |
| Shots Inside Box | 14 | 9 |
| Saves | 5 | 4 |
| Shots Outside Box | 5 | 4 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ T. Ouma's red card at 55' marked a pivotal shift, allowing Arka Gdynia to capitalize and score three unanswered goals.
- ▸ Edu Espiau's three goals, including two in quick succession at 64' and 72', turned the tide in Arka Gdynia's favor.