Motor Lublin claimed a dramatic 3-2 away victory over Radomiak Radom on October 13, 2026, in a five-goal PKO Bank Polski Ekstraklasa thriller. The win gave Motor Lublin a major boost in the Polish top flight, while Radomiak Radom were left to rue missed opportunities and defensive errors in front of their own fans.

Match Overview

Radomiak Radom started brightly and took an early lead, using their possession game to pin Motor Lublin back. But the visitors responded well, equalising before half-time and then taking the lead just before the interval. The second half was an end-to-end contest, with Radomiak levelling at 2-2 before Motor Lublin found a late winner.

The match showcased the best and worst of both teams: attacking flair, quick transitions, and plenty of chances, but also loose marking and costly turnovers. In the end, Motor Lublin’s efficiency in front of goal made the difference in a game that could have finished with even more goals.

Key Moments

• 14' – Radomiak Radom take the lead: A patient build-up ended with a low shot from the edge of the box after a clever lay-off.
• 31' – Motor Lublin equalise: A quick counter-attack down the right led to a cross that was headed in at the back post.
• 44' – Motor Lublin go ahead: A set piece caused chaos in the Radomiak box, and the ball was bundled home from close range.
• 63' – Radomiak level: A curling effort from outside the area restored parity and lifted the home crowd.
• 84' – Motor Lublin win it: A misplaced pass was punished immediately, with Motor’s striker finishing first-time into the bottom corner.
• 90+4' – Late block secures the points: Radomiak’s final attack was stopped by a last-ditch defensive block.

Tactical Story

Radomiak Radom dominated possession for long spells, building patiently through midfield and looking to create overloads on the flanks. However, their high defensive line left them vulnerable to Motor Lublin’s counter-attacks. Motor were happy to sit slightly deeper, absorb pressure, and then spring forward with direct passes into the channels.

The decisive tactical battle was in transition. Every time Radomiak lost the ball in the middle third, Motor Lublin looked capable of scoring. Radomiak’s midfielders were often caught too far forward, and the back four lacked pace to deal with the runners. Motor’s set-piece threat added another dimension, and it was no surprise when a dead-ball situation led to their second goal.

Standout Players

Motor Lublin’s centre-forward was the hero, scoring twice and holding the ball up well under pressure. Their right winger caused constant problems with his direct running and provided the assist for the equaliser. For Radomiak Radom, the attacking midfielder was the most creative player on the pitch, scoring one and assisting another, but his defensive contribution was limited. The home goalkeeper also made several saves to keep the score respectable.

League Impact and Standings Context

This 3-2 result has clear implications for the PKO Bank Polski Ekstraklasa table. Motor Lublin gain three important away points, moving closer to the European places and building momentum in a competitive season. Radomiak Radom miss the chance to climb further up the standings and remain in a mid-table scrap where consistency has been difficult to find. The head-to-head now favours Motor, and the match will be remembered as one of the most entertaining Ekstraklasa fixtures of the round.