Zawisza Bydgoszcz Reaches Polish Cup Semifinals After Dramatic Penalty Shootout
Zawisza Bydgoszcz advanced to the semifinals of the STS Polish Cup after a thrilling 1-1 draw with Chojniczanka Chojnice, ultimately decided by a penalty shootout on March 4, 2026. The match, a quarterfinal clash, saw both sides battle to a standstill before Zawisza secured their place in the next round.
The match, played at Zawisza Bydgoszcz’s stadium, began at 5:30 PM local time. Zawisza entered the contest with strong ambitions, not only challenging for promotion to the II liga but also making a deep run in the Polish Cup. They had previously defeated GKS Tychy and impressively overcame Wisła Kraków 4-1 in the previous round.
Chojniczanka Chojnice, currently fighting to maintain their position in the II liga, proved to be a resilient opponent. They previously upset Korona Kielce in the 1/8 finals, securing a dramatic victory after a late equalizer and winning the subsequent penalty shootout.
After a hard-fought 90 minutes and extra time, the score remained level at 1-1, forcing a penalty shootout to determine the winner. Zawisza Bydgoszcz held their nerve, converting all their penalties to secure the victory and a coveted spot in the semifinals. Gazeta Pomorska reports that the Niebiesko-czarni (Blue and Blacks) have advanced.
This result marks a significant achievement for Zawisza Bydgoszcz, continuing their impressive cup run and boosting their chances of silverware this season. TVP Sport provided a recap of the match.
The victory comes as a surprise to some, given Chojniczanka’s league position, but highlights the unpredictable nature of cup competitions. Polsat Sport offered live coverage of the match.
Further details regarding the semifinal draw and schedule will be announced in due course. Sport Interia also reported on the upset.
