Zielona Góra Capture Polish Super Cup with 81-77 Win Over Dziki Warszawa

Stelmet Enea BC Zielona Góra lifted the Polish Super Cup on September 27, 2026, defeating Dziki Warszawa 81-77 in a tightly contested battle. The win adds another trophy to Zielona Góra's rich history and signals their intent for the upcoming Energa Basket Liga season.

Match Overview

Played at a neutral venue in Warsaw, the Super Cup pitted the reigning league champions against the cup winners. Dziki Warszawa, eager to upset the established powerhouse, came out firing. Zielona Góra, however, relied on their experience and playoff pedigree to weather every run. The game featured 12 lead changes and was decided in the final two minutes.

Key Moments

• First half: Dziki Warszawa used a 10-0 run in the first quarter to take an early 24-18 lead, but Zielona Góra responded with a 12-2 surge of their own to lead 42-38 at halftime.
• Third quarter: The teams traded blows, with neither able to pull away. Zielona Góra's three-point shooting kept them ahead, 63-60.
• Fourth quarter: Dziki Warszawa tied the game at 75-75 with 2:30 remaining. Zielona Góra's veteran guard hit a step-back three, then stole the ball on the next possession, leading to a fast-break layup that sealed the win.

Tactical Story

Zielona Góra's half-court defense forced Dziki Warszawa into tough shots late in the clock. They limited second-chance points by controlling the defensive glass, out-rebounding their opponents 38-30. Offensively, Zielona Góra shot 48% from the field and 40% from three. Dziki Warszawa matched them for most of the game but committed 14 turnovers, which Zielona Góra converted into 18 points.

Standout Players

Zielona Góra's captain delivered a masterclass with 24 points, 7 assists, and 5 rebounds, earning Super Cup MVP honors. Their center added 16 points and 11 rebounds. For Dziki Warszawa, their shooting guard scored 22 points, while their power forward contributed 15 points and 8 rebounds. Despite the loss, Dziki Warszawa proved they belong among Poland's elite.

Trophy Significance

For Zielona Góra, the Super Cup is a confidence boost ahead of a long season. It also marks the club's continued dominance in Polish basketball. Dziki Warszawa will take valuable lessons from pushing a top team to the limit. Both squads now turn their attention to the league campaign, where they will meet again with even higher stakes.