Górnik Zabrze secured a place in the Polish Cup final after a 1‑0 win over Zawisza Bydgoszcz on April 2, 2026. The decisive goal came in the 32nd minute when Łukasz Sadilek’s shot rebounded off Ikia Dimi and fooled defender Michał Oczkowski.

How did the match unfold?

The first half was tightly contested – Zawisza tried to create chances from free‑kicks, but goalkeeper Marcel Łubik was up to the task. Górnik answered with a swift surge from Paweł Olkowski, earning a corner. In the 29th minute Sebastian Rak crossed to Łubik, but the ball hit the post. After a brief pause, Sadilek struck; the ball bounced off Dimi and rolled into the net, giving Górnik the lead.

The second half saw no change in the scoreline. Zawisza increased pressure, yet Łubik made several key saves. In the 57th minute Liseth missed a good chance. Górnik kept the tempo, and in the 83rd minute Kubicki headed wide. The match ended 1‑0 in Górnik’s favour.

What does this mean for Górnik?

Reaching the final offers a chance for the club’s seventh Polish Cup triumph. Coach Michał Gasparik highlighted the squad’s character and ability to win tight battles. The success lifts morale ahead of the remaining Ekstraklasa fixtures and boosts fan and media interest.

Who awaits in the final?

On Thursday, May 4, 2026, the Polish Cup final will be held in Warsaw. Górnik’s opponent will be either Raków Częstochowa or GKS Katowice – both teams fighting for a spot on the same day. The final will set the next chapter in the trophy chase, and Górnik supporters are already planning their trip to the National Stadium.