Raków Częstochowa 2-3 HNK Hajduk Split: HNK Hajduk Split wins
The match between Raków Częstochowa and HNK Hajduk Split, taking place at 00:00 on August 28, 2026, is a do-or-die game, as the winning team will advance and the losing team will be eliminated.
- 0'The match has started.
Raków Częstochowa welcomes HNK Hajduk Split.
- 1'R. Raci opened the scoring with a quick goal for HNK Hajduk Split.
A surprise happened right in the first minute whenR. Raciperform meritorious serviceHNK Hajduk SplitThey took a 0-1 lead. The early opening goal at Miejski Stadion Pilkarski Rakow gave the away team a huge psychological advantage in this playoff match.
- 12'VAR disallowed L. Diaby-Fadiga's goal.
In the 12th minute, Raków Częstochowa's joy was quickly extinguished when VAR technology determined...L. Diaby-FadigaHe was offside before putting the ball into the net. The equalizer was disallowed, leaving the home team still trailing 0-1 against HNK Hajduk Split.
- 13'Hajduk Split completely dominated after taking the lead.
In the 13th minute, HNK Hajduk Split completely dominated the game after scoring the opening goal with overwhelming possession.13% - 87%The visiting team continuously put pressure on the opponent and created corner kicks.0 - 2Meanwhile, Raków Częstochowa is still struggling to defend and has yet to have any notable scoring opportunities (0-1).
- 27'Raków Częstochowa attempts to control the ball.
For almost half of the first half, Raków Częstochowa made efforts to increase their possession of the ball.55% - 45%in search of an equalizer. However, the game remained quite tight, with each side only managing a few goals.1 - 1Despite several shots on goal, HNK Hajduk Split is still maintaining its 0-1 lead.
- 39'HNK Hajduk Split maintained their lead.
In the 39th minute, Raków Częstochowa increased their pressure, controlling possession 59% - 41% in an attempt to find an equalizer. However, the game remained relatively tight, with the total number of shots from both teams only reaching 2-1 (1-1 on target), allowing HNK Hajduk Split to maintain their 0-1 lead.
- 45'End of the first half
At the end of the first half, the score was 0-1.
- 46'The second half has begun.
The second half has begun.
- 49'Raków Częstochowa made personnel changes at the start of the second half.
Right at the start of the second half, in the 49th minute,Raków CzęstochowaThe decision to refresh the lineup was made when they were brought in.JC Silvacame onto the field as a substitute forE. Otienoin order to find a way to turn the situation around.
- 51'M. Ameyaw received a yellow card in the 51st minute.
In the 51st minute, the referee issued a yellow card warning.M. AmeyawRaków Częstochowa's side after a fierce collision. Trailing 0-1, the home team must increase the pressure but also need to keep a cool head to avoid being at a numerical disadvantage.
- 51'N. Sigur received a yellow card after the collision.
51st minute,N. SigurHNK Hajduk Split received a yellow card from the referee. The match is heating up as the away team tries to maintain their 0-1 lead against pressure from Raków Częstochowa.
- 52'Raków Częstochowa pressed hard in search of an equalizer.
At the 52nd minute,Raków CzęstochowaThey proactively pushed their formation forward in search of an equalizer, enjoying a superior ball possession rate of 64% - 36%. However, their attacking play still lacked dynamism against HNK Hajduk Split's tight defense, as evidenced by the relatively balanced number of shots created by both teams at 4 - 3 (1 - 1 on target).
- 60'L. Diaby-Fadiga equalized 1-1 from the penalty spot.
60th minute,L. Diaby-FadigaSuccessfully converted the penalty to equalize.1-1giveRaków CzęstochowaThe crucial goal helped the home team bring the game back to a tie after a long period of chasing the score.
- 62'Yellow card for M. Acapandie of HNK Hajduk Split
62nd minute,M. AcapandieHNK Hajduk Split received a yellow card from the referee after a foul. The intense pressure from the home team immediately after the 1-1 equalizer is forcing the visiting team's defense to work hard to cope.
- 64'Raków Częstochowa increases pressure for control.
Entering the 64th minute,Raków CzęstochowaThey are dominating possession with a high percentage.66% - 34%Despite creating slightly more scoring opportunities...5 - 3The stalemate continues as the score remains 1-1 and each team has only had exactly 10 goals.1 - 1the first time the ball was on target.
- 66'M. Sego helped HNK Hajduk Split regain the lead.
In the 66th minute, from a perfect assist byM. Soticek,M. SegoHe finished accurately to increase the score to 1-2.HNK Hajduk SplitThis goal helped the away team quickly regain the lead just minutes after conceding.
- 70'HNK Hajduk Split adjusts personnel.
70th minute,HNK Hajduk Splitexercise the right to make a substitution whenA. Sutalowas brought onto the field as a substitute forA. SanyangThe away team held a 1-2 lead and decided to refresh their lineup in order to maintain a tight game.
- 71'Hajduk Split revamps its attack.
In the 71st minute, HNK Hajduk Split scored.A. del MoralD. de Almeida came on as a substitute. The away team continued to make personnel changes after having just taken the lead.
- 71'HNK Hajduk Split changes personnel
71st minute,HNK Hajduk SplitThe decision was made to make adjustments when launching the product.D. Melnjakcame onto the field as a substitute forM. AcapandieThis move helped the away team maintain security on the flanks, especially since Acapandie had already received a yellow card earlier.
- 71'Raków Częstochowa refreshes the midfield when trailing.
71st minute,Raków CzęstochowaThere are personnel adjustments whenV. Kocherginwas brought onto the field as a substitute forK. StruskiThe home team needs to boost their attacking prowess, especially considering they are currently trailing 1-2.
- 77'Raków Częstochowa pressed hard in search of an equalizer.
In the 77th minute, Raków Częstochowa pressed hard and dominated possession.66% - 34%) along with the number of shots5 - 3Nevertheless, HNK Hajduk Split is still playing with focus to maintain their lead.1 - 2.
- 79'HNK Hajduk Split makes a substitution in the 79th minute.
In the 79th minute, HNK Hajduk Split brought A. Huram onto the field to replace M. Soticek. This move could help the away team maintain their 2-1 advantage in the final minutes.
- 84'Raków Częstochowa made a substitution in the 84th minute.
In the 84th minute, Raków Częstochowa made a substitution on the field whenA. Molnarwas brought on as a replacement.P. Makuchaiming to find an equalizer in the final minutes of the match.
- 84'Raków Częstochowa makes a substitution in search of an equalizer.
In the 84th minute, Raków Częstochowa made a substitution whenI. Brusbergwas brought onto the field as a substitute forM. AmeyawThe home team is making a concerted effort to find an equalizer as there is little time left in regular time and they are still trailing 1-2.
- 88'Emreli scored a valuable equalizer in the 88th minute.
In the 88th minute,M. EmreliShining at the right moment to score a valuable goal forRaków Częstochowa, equalize the score2-2A late goal rekindled hope for the home team in a dramatic match with a back-and-forth scoreline.
- 89'M. Emreli received a yellow card in the 89th minute.
89th minute,M. Emrelion the sideRaków CzęstochowaHe received a yellow card from the referee. The atmosphere on the field was becoming incredibly heated in the final minutes of regular time with the score at 2-2.
- 91'Extra time
The match went into extra time.
- 90'Rakow Czestochowa relentlessly increased the pressure.
Entering the 90th minute, Raków Częstochowa continued to push forward relentlessly in search of the decisive goal, maintaining overwhelming possession.67% - 33%Despite having a slight advantage in terms of shots on goal (7 - 4The home team has yet to find a way to score and break the deadlock.2-2.
- 91'Livaja was brought on in the 91st minute.
In the 91st minute, HNK Hajduk Split scored.M. LivajaHe came on as a substitute for M. Sego. The substitution came when the match was evenly contested after a back-and-forth scoring battle.
- 91'Raków Częstochowa made a personnel change in injury time.
In the 91st minute,Raków CzęstochowaThe decision to refresh the lineup was made when they were brought in.A. Brossoncame onto the field as a substitute forF. TudorThe home team proactively reinforced their defense after their dramatic effort to equalize the score at 2-2.
- 94'R. Pukstas scored a breathtaking goal in injury time.
Drama erupted in the 94th minute whenR. PukstasHe successfully capitalized on A. Sutalo's assist to score, increasing the lead.2-3For HNK Hajduk Split. A precious goal in the final seconds of injury time gave the away team the lead once again in an emotional moment.
- 96'HNK Hajduk Split made personnel changes at the end of the match.
In the 96th minute, HNK Hajduk Split decided to refresh their lineup by bringing on...A. Van Hoorenbeeckcame onto the field as a substitute forD. MusicalThis substitution was aimed at strengthening the team as the away side were leading 2-3 in the tense injury time.
- 99'G. Garcia received a yellow card in the 99th minute.
99th minute,G. GarciaHNK Hajduk Split received a yellow card in the tense final moments of the match.
- 106'Raków Częstochowa made a substitution at the start of the second half of extra time.
In the 106th minute, Raków Częstochowa made a substitution whenO. Kwiatkowskiwas brought on as a substitute.L. Diaby-FadigaTrailing 2-3 in extra time, the home team desperately needed new strategies to find an equalizer.
- 107'Raków pressed hard in extra time.
In the 107th minute, Raków Częstochowa controlled the game with 68% possession - 32% and had 14 - 7 shots, but HNK Hajduk Split defended solidly to maintain their 2 - 3 lead. The 4 - 4 shots on target showed that the home team had not yet created a significant difference.
- 121'Raków pressed hard in extra time.
In the 121st minute, Raków Częstochowa dominated possession with 68% - 32% and had 18 - 10 shots on goal, but HNK Hajduk Split still held firm, maintaining their 2-3 lead thanks to an effective defense.
- KTEnd: Raków Częstochowa 2-3 HNK Hajduk Split
The match ended with a score of 2-3.
Updated at 02:41 on August 28, 2026
The match between Raków Częstochowa and HNK Hajduk Split will take place at 00:00 on August 28, 2026, at the Miejski Stadion Pilkarski Rakow. This is a crucial knockout match where only one team will advance, and the loser will be eliminated.
Impressive performance from representatives of both footballing nations.
Entering this decisive match, Raków Częstochowa is enjoying a stable run of form. In their last five matches, the home team has shown strong resilience with an unbeaten record, securing three wins and two draws.
On the other side of the pitch, HNK Hajduk Split also showed thorough preparation in terms of form. The Croatian football representative has maintained an unbeaten record in all three recent matches, including two wins and one draw. The excitement and confidence from this series of results promise to help the away team create a balanced game.
A balanced situation and tactical calculations.
Looking at their head-to-head history, the two clubs have only met once recently, and the match ended in a draw. Neither Raków Częstochowa nor HNK Hajduk Split have ever suffered a defeat against their opponent, creating a considerable balance before kick-off.
Due to the knockout nature of the competition, which leaves no room for error, both teams are likely to approach the match cautiously, prioritizing defensive solidity before looking for weaknesses to decide the outcome. The team that makes better use of crucial opportunities will deservedly secure their place in the next round.
*This article was created with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI).
