Widzew Łódź beat Dunajska Streda 2‑0, giving the side a confidence boost ahead of the 2026/27 Ekstraklasa opener. The friendly took place on July 4, 2026 at the Łąkowa stadium, with goals from Kamil Piątkowski in the 23rd minute and Michał Kwiatkowski after the break.

How did the match unfold?

Widzew Łódź took control from the first whistle, dominating midfield and pressuring Dunajska Streda’s back line. After several attempts, Piątkowski opened the scoring in the 23rd minute following a precise pass from Bartosz Żurawski. The second half brought another attack, and Kwiatkowski converted a free‑kick to double the lead in the 58th minute. Dunajska Streda could not respond, and the game ended 2‑0.

Why does it matter for Widzew?

A friendly win lifts morale for a side still fighting to stay up – they currently sit 14th in the Ekstraklasa with 42 points, a record of 12 wins, 6 draws and 16 losses after 34 games, and the last five results read 3‑0‑2 (WWLLW). Moreover, the club has a neutral goal balance of 41 scored and 41 conceded, highlighting defensive issues that need fixing before the next challenges. Their most recent official result was a 2‑1 victory over Piast Gliwice on May 23, 2026, so another success in a friendly could translate into better league performances.

Which squad changes are worth watching?

Coach Marcin Wasilewski gave minutes to several youngsters, including 19‑year‑old striker Jakub Nowak, who started on the bench before swapping places with Piątkowski. Nowak displayed speed and one‑on‑one ability, suggesting he may earn more playing time in the weeks ahead. The defence, led by captain Tomasz Kędzior, still needs stability – after the match the coach stressed the need for better communication among the back four.

What’s next after the friendly?

Widzew Łódź has scheduled another preparation game against Czech side FC Viktoria Plzeň on July 12. It will be another chance to test tactics and possible lineup tweaks before the league starts, where Lech Poznań leads the table and Widzew remains 18 points behind. Fans will hope the team keeps its form and fights its way out of the relegation zone.

Match result: Widzew Łódź 2‑0 Dunajska Streda (July 4, 2026).