Arka Gdynia secured a 2-0 victory over Romanian side Petrolul Ploeszti, with the only goal coming from a Slavija Prague striker, boosting hopes in their survival fight.

What happened in Ploeszti?

The match took place on July 5, 2026, at the Ploeszti stadium. Arka took the lead in the 23rd minute with a precise long‑range strike, and after the break, in the 58th minute, the Slavija Prague forward added a second. Petrolul failed to respond, and Arka’s defence kept a clean sheet.

Why does the win matter?

After a 3-0 loss to Raków Częstochowa on May 23, 2026, Arka was in a precarious spot. Three straight defeats and a points drought left the club flirting with relegation. The two points from Ploeszti lift morale and keep the survival battle alive.

Who was the key player?

The standout was Marek Kovač, a striker from Slovakian Slavija Prague, who joined in January 2026 and quickly became a vital attacking option. His 58th‑minute goal resulted from an excellent pass by Kacper Kowalski, who has been in good form lately.

What’s next for Arka?

The squad returned to Gdynia hoping the upcoming clash with Lech Poznań yields a point. Currently league standing: 17th in Ekstraklasa, 36 pts, 9W-9D-16L from 34 games, recent form LLDDL. They have scored 34 goals and conceded 61, a -27 goal difference. Leaders Lech Poznań sit 24 points ahead.

What are the prospects for the coming weeks?

Coach Michał Probierz stresses the need for defensive stability and capitalising on chances up front. The team plans tactical training sessions next week, and fans are counting on another point in the fight to stay up.