Match report
Pogon Szczecin Defeats Arka Gdynia 1-0 in Ekstraklasa Clash
Pogon Szczecin
1–0
FT
Arka Gdynia
Feb 15, 2026
Pogon Szczecin secured a narrow but crucial 1-0 victory over Arka Gdynia in the Ekstraklasa, thanks to an early goal by P. Mukairu. The game was marked by several yellow cards, with Arka Gdynia accumulating three in quick succession during the second half, which hindered their ability to mount a comeback.
Key Facts
- • Pogon Szczecin 1-0 Arka Gdynia
- • P. Mukairu scored the only goal in the 5th minute, assisted by K. Grosicki
- • Arka Gdynia had three yellow cards in quick succession around the 60th minute, affecting their momentum
- • Pogon Szczecin made several substitutions to maintain their defensive stance, including Benjamin Mendy and J. Bieganski
- • Arka Gdynia also made multiple substitutions in an attempt to find an equalizer, but to no avail
Lineups
Pogon Szczecin
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 77 V. Cojocaru (G)
- 28 L. Wahlqvist (D)
- 13 D. Keramitsis (D)
- 41 A. Szalai (D)
- 32 L. Koutris (D)
- 8 F. Ulvestad (M)
- 3 K. Acosta (M)
- 18 P. Mukairu (M)
- 14 J. Pozo (M)
- 11 K. Grosicki (M)
- 24 K. Angielski (F)
Substitutes
- 31 K. Kaminski
- 15 H. Ali
- 17 J. Lis
- 22 D. Loncar
- 23 B. Mendy
- 6 J. Bieganski
- 19 M. Ndiaye
- 61 K. Smolinski
- 47 N. Lawa
- 90 S. Greenwood
- 21 S. Rojek
- 30 J. Czaplinski
Arka Gdynia
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Starting XI
- 77 D. Weglarz (G)
- 3 S. Szota (D)
- 29 M. Marcjanik (D)
- 94 D. Gojny (D)
- 2 M. Navarro (M)
- 10 A. Nguiamba (M)
- 35 K. Jakubczyk (M)
- 9 T. Gaprindashvili (M)
- 31 N. Rusyn (F)
- 37 S. Kerk (F)
- 99 E. D. Espiau Hernandez (F)
Substitutes
- 1 J. Grobelny
- 33 D. Abramowicz
- 23 K. Hermoso
- 4 D. Zator
- 6 L. Perea
- 11 D. Kocyla
- 7 O. Kubiak
- 27 J. Oliveira
- 21 P. Szysz
- 19 V. Gutkovskis
Timeline
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5' Pogon Szczecin Goal · Normal GoalP. Mukairu · Assist: K. Grosicki
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40' Arka Gdynia Card · Yellow CardMarc Navarro
Foul
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59' Pogon Szczecin Card · Yellow CardJosé Ángel Pozo
Persistent fouling
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61' Arka Gdynia Card · Yellow CardK. Jakubczyk
Foul
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62' Arka Gdynia Card · Yellow CardT. Gaprindashvili
Argument
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63' Arka Gdynia subst · Substitution 1Off: Marc Navarro · On: D. Kocyla
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63' Arka Gdynia subst · Substitution 2Off: T. Gaprindashvili · On: O. Kubiak
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64' Pogon Szczecin Card · Yellow CardK. Acosta
Foul
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65' Pogon Szczecin subst · Substitution 1Off: José Ángel Pozo · On: S. Greenwood
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73' Arka Gdynia subst · Substitution 3Off: N. Rusyn · On: V. Gutkovskis
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76' Pogon Szczecin subst · Substitution 2Off: L. Koutris · On: Benjamin Mendy
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77' Pogon Szczecin subst · Substitution 3Off: K. Acosta · On: J. Bieganski
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85' Arka Gdynia subst · Substitution 4Off: K. Jakubczyk · On: Luis Perea
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86' Arka Gdynia subst · Substitution 5Off: D. Gojny · On: Dawid Abramowicz
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87' Pogon Szczecin subst · Substitution 4Off: K. Grosicki · On: D. Lončar
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89' Pogon Szczecin Card · Yellow CardBenjamin Mendy
Argument
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90'+4 Arka Gdynia Card · Yellow CardDawid Abramowicz
Foul
Match Stats
| Stat | Pogon Szczecin | Arka Gdynia |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 15 | 15 |
| Pass Accuracy | 82% | 78% |
| Offsides | 0 | 3 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 20 | 11 |
| Corners | 8 | 7 |
| Total Passes | 420 | 333 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 4 |
| Blocked Shots | 10 | 4 |
| Shots on Target | 4 | 1 |
| xG | 1.81 | 0.75 |
| Shots off Target | 6 | 6 |
| Possession | 56% | 44% |
| Goals Prevented | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate Passes | 345 | 260 |
| Shots Inside Box | 11 | 7 |
| Saves | 1 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 9 | 4 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Pogon Szczecin's early goal in the 5th minute by P. Mukairu set the tone for the match, giving them an early lead to defend
- ▸ Arka Gdynia's accumulation of three yellow cards in quick succession around the 60th minute significantly hampered their offensive efforts and shifted the momentum back to Pogon Szczecin