As the Polish football season heats up, Lech Poznań is making a strong case for the title with their recent impressive performances. In their last match against Widzew Łódź, they dominated the game, winning 4:1, thanks in large part to the brilliance of Afonso Sousa, also known as „Magik Sousa.”
The 24-year-old Portuguese player has been with Lech for three seasons, but it’s only now that he’s truly finding his footing. After a tumultuous period in his personal life, including his mother’s serious illness, Sousa is finally able to focus on his football. And what a difference it’s made! With eight goals and five assists in the current Ekstraklasa season, Sousa is proving to be a game-changer for Lech.
But Sousa wasn’t the only one who shone in the match against Widzew. Daniel Hakans, Mikael Ishak, and the rest of the Lech team worked together seamlessly, with Hakans providing an assist and Ishak scoring two goals. The midfield, despite missing Radosław Murawski, was able to dominate and control the game.
Lech Poznań’s coach, Niels Frederiksen, has made it clear that his team is gunning for the title. „We want this championship!” he declared after the match. And with their recent performances, it’s hard to doubt them.
In the winter transfer window, Lech didn’t make many changes, but the additions of Gísli Thórðarson and Rasmus Carstensen have already proved to be significant. The team is still looking for a quality striker, but with the signing of Patrik Walemark from Feyenoord Rotterdam for a record 1.8 million euros, Lech is sending a clear message: they mean business.
Walemark, who has already made a splash with a hat-trick on his debut, is expected to bring a new level of quality to Lech’s attack. And with Sousa’s creativity and vision, the possibilities are endless.
Widzew Łódź, on the other hand, is still finding its footing. Despite a brief moment of hope in the second minute when Luis da Silva scored, the team was unable to capitalize on their opportunities. The absence of Imad Rondić, who is out due to illness, was deeply felt, and the team’s lack of quality was evident throughout the match.
Coach Daniel Myśliwiec acknowledged the team’s shortcomings, saying that they need to strengthen their squad, particularly in attack. Without a quality striker, Widzew is likely to continue struggling.
As the season continues, Lech Poznań is looking like a strong contender for the title. With Magik Sousa leading the charge, can they overcome the challenges ahead and bring home the championship? Only time will tell.
Statistics:
* Lech Poznań has won 4 out of their last 5 matches in the Ekstraklasa.
* Afonso Sousa has scored 8 goals and provided 5 assists in the current Ekstraklasa season.
* Widzew Łódź has lost 3 out of their last 5 matches in the Ekstraklasa.
* Patrik Walemark has signed with Lech Poznań for a record 1.8 million euros.
Key Players:
* Afonso Sousa (Lech Poznań) – 24-year-old Portuguese midfielder with 8 goals and 5 assists in the current Ekstraklasa season.
* Patrik Walemark (Lech Poznań) – 28-year-old Swedish winger signed from Feyenoord Rotterdam for a record 1.8 million euros.
* Imad Rondić (Widzew Łódź) – 24-year-old Bosnian striker out due to illness, previously played for FC Köln.
Sources:
* „Przegląd Sportowy”
* Canal+ Sport
* Ekstraklasa official website
* Lech Poznań official website
* Widzew Łódź official website