SFM Senec fought back from two goals down to earn a 2-2 draw with FK Belusa in the Slovak 3. Liga on 22 October 2026. Belusa looked in control after scoring twice before the break, but Senec’s second-half response turned a potentially damaging home defeat into a hard-fought point.

Match overview

Belusa struck first after a bright opening spell, with Jakub Šimko finishing from close range after Senec failed to clear a cross. The visitors doubled their advantage before half-time when Lukáš Bartoš found space at the back post and converted a measured delivery. Senec had spells of possession but struggled to turn territory into clear chances during the opening 45 minutes.

The second half was a different story. Senec increased their tempo, pushed their full-backs higher and began to win more second balls in midfield. Martin Horváth pulled one back with a composed finish after a neat exchange on the edge of the area, and Tomáš Novák equalised in the 79th minute with a header from a corner. Senec pushed for a winner late on, but Belusa held firm for a share of the points.

Key moments

• 12th minute: Jakub Šimko gives Belusa the lead after Senec fail to deal with a hopeful cross.
• 38th minute: Lukáš Bartoš doubles the advantage with a back-post finish.
• 57th minute: Martin Horváth pulls one back for Senec with a low strike after a quick combination.
• 79th minute: Tomáš Novák heads home a corner to make it 2-2.
• 90th minute: Senec’s late pressure produces one final chance, but Belusa’s goalkeeper gathers comfortably.

Tactical story

Belusa’s first-half plan worked well. They defended in a compact mid-block, invited Senec forward and then attacked quickly through the channels. Their two goals came from exactly the kind of direct, purposeful moves that had troubled Senec earlier in the season. Senec, meanwhile, were too slow in possession and allowed Belusa to reset defensively.

Senec’s second-half adjustment changed the game. By moving the ball wider and committing more players into the box, they forced Belusa deeper and created repeated set-piece opportunities. The equaliser came from a corner, but it was the reward for a sustained spell of pressure. Belusa will be disappointed to have surrendered a two-goal lead, while Senec will take encouragement from their resilience.

Standout performers

Horváth was Senec’s most influential attacking player, combining energy with composure in the final third. Novák’s aerial presence gave the home side a focal point, and his equalising header capped a strong second-half display. For Belusa, Šimko and Bartoš were dangerous throughout, while their goalkeeper made several important saves to preserve the draw.

Table impact

Both sides add a point to their Slovak 3. Liga standings tally. Senec will feel it is two points dropped after their second-half comeback, especially with home advantage, while Belusa will view the draw as a valuable away result against a direct rival. The point keeps both teams in the tightly packed middle section of the table, where consistency over the coming weeks will be crucial to their promotion and play-off ambitions.