Lechia Gdańsk drew 2-2 with Denmark's Randers FC in Saturday's friendly, and new wing‑backs Samuel Kopasek and Danyło Małow immediately impacted the match. The club, currently sitting 16th in the Ekstraklasa with 38 points, needs such performances to halt a five‑game losing streak.
What happened?
The game started fast - after 13 minutes Lechia led 2:0, thanks to Samuel Kopasek who opened the scoring in the 9th minute with a precise 14‑metre strike. Randers answered in the 17th minute, and in the second half they equalised from set‑pieces, ending the match 2:2 (first half 2:1). Over 400 fans attended the Polsat Plus Arena, granted entry only with season tickets for the current or previous campaign.
Why does it matter for Lechia?
The fixture highlighted that the new defensive signings - Slovak Samuel Kopasek and Ukrainian Danyło Małow - quickly adapted to the coach’s tactics and can influence both defence and attack. Kopasek, who opened the scoring, showed the offensive mindset typical of modern wing‑backs. Małow, in a tussle for the ball with Mohamed Sanhko, attracted the referee’s attention, underscoring his aggressive style. For a team that has not won in its last five matches (0W-0D-5L), such displays could spark a turnaround.
What’s next?
After the friendly, Lechia Gdańsk remains in the league with 38 points, 22 points behind leaders Lech Poznań, and goalkeeper Szymon Weirauch, who failed to stop Sanhko’s strike in the 46th minute, must regain form quickly. The coach promised an intensive training week and further assessment of the newcomers, including Dominik Skiba, who is still on trial. If the new defenders keep the level shown in this match, Lechia can stabilise its back line and fight for Ekstraklasa survival.
What are the prospects?
The side, which recently lost 3-2 to Nieciecza on 23 May 2026, needs points to avoid relegation. The draw with Randers FC, while not a win, provided valuable data on the condition of the new players and proved Lechia can play offensively despite conceding 65 goals while scoring 62 this season. If the defenders maintain high intensity and the attack regains its potency, the club has a chance to reverse the trend and finish the season in a safe league position.
