MSK Puchov came from behind to defeat OK castkovce 2-1 in the Slovak 3.Liga on 3 October 2026, with a late goal sealing a valuable away win. The match, played in front of a passionate crowd, was a tale of two halves as the visitors asserted their quality after the break.

Match Overview

OK castkovce started brightly and took the lead in the 22nd minute through Martin Ondrejka, who finished off a well-worked move with a low shot into the bottom corner. The home side controlled the tempo for much of the first half, but MSK Puchov weathered the storm and began to find their rhythm.

The equaliser arrived in the 58th minute when Lukas Michalik headed home a corner, giving Puchov the momentum. As the game wore on, Castkovce tired, and Puchov pressed for a winner. It came in the 84th minute, Peter Kovac curling a superb effort into the top corner to complete the turnaround and send the away fans into delirium.

Key Moments

• 22’ – Martin Ondrejka puts OK castkovce ahead.
• 58’ – Lukas Michalik equalises for MSK Puchov.
• 84’ – Peter Kovac scores a stunning winner.

Standout Players

Peter Kovac was the match-winner for Puchov, his late goal a moment of individual brilliance. Lukas Michalik was also impressive, dominating the aerial battles and scoring the crucial equaliser. For OK castkovce, Martin Ondrejka took his goal well and was a constant menace, but the team’s inability to hold onto their lead proved costly.

Table Impact and Season Context

MSK Puchov’s victory strengthens their position in the Slovak 3.Liga promotion race, demonstrating their ability to grind out results on the road. OK castkovce remain in the lower half of the table and will need to address their second-half performances if they are to climb the standings. The win also extends Puchov’s unbeaten run against Castkovce in recent meetings.

Puchov’s comeback was a testament to their character, and the three points could prove vital come the end of the season.