Limanovia Limanowa and Luban Maniowy played out a thrilling 2‑2 draw in the Poland Liga 3 on 16 May 2026. The encounter at Limanowa’s home ground featured four goals, two comebacks, and a dramatic finish that left both sets of fans satisfied but hungry for more.

The match began with the home side taking the initiative. Limanovia controlled possession in the opening stages and were rewarded in the 18th minute when forward Damian Pietrzyk latched onto a long ball and fired past the Luban goalkeeper to make it 1‑0. The early goal gave Limanovia confidence, and they continued to press for a second.

Luban Maniowy Fight Back

Luban Maniowy, however, showed resilience. They gradually grew into the match, equalizing in the 34th minute through a well‑placed header from midfielder Kacper Nowak from a corner. The visitors then stunned Limanovia by taking the lead just before half‑time. A quick counter‑attack ended with striker Tomasz Szaflarski sweeping the ball home to make it 2‑1 at the break.

The second half saw both teams create chances. Limanovia pushed forward in search of an equalizer, while Luban looked dangerous on the break. The home side’s persistence paid off in the 72nd minute when defender Marcin Kowalczyk rose highest from a free‑kick to head the ball into the net, making it 2‑2.

Frenetic Finale

The final 20 minutes were end‑to‑end. Both teams had opportunities to grab a winner. Limanovia thought they had scored when a shot crashed off the crossbar, while Luban’s goalkeeper made a crucial save from a point‑blank header in the 86th minute. The match ended with a flurry of yellow cards and a sense that either side could have won on another day.

Standout Performances

• Damian Pietrzyk (Limanovia): Scored his team’s first goal and was a constant threat.
• Kacper Nowak (Luban Maniowy): His equalizer and midfield work were vital.
• Marcin Kowalczyk (Limanovia): The defender’s second‑half goal rescued a point.

League Context

The draw leaves both teams in the middle of the Poland Liga 3 table, with Limanovia arguably feeling they let two points slip. Luban Maniowy will be pleased with their resilience away from home. This result keeps the two teams locked in a tight mid‑table battle where consistency will be key in the weeks ahead.