Slovak Extraliga Drama: Playoff Picture Takes Shape as Trenčín Faces Baráż
The 51st round of the Slovak Tipsport Extraliga has definitively determined that, alongside Prešov, Trenčín will also compete in the relegation playoff (baráž) to maintain their position in the top league. Despite a 3-1 victory over Slovan Bratislava on Friday, Dukla Trenčín couldn’t close the nine-point gap to Zvolen with three rounds remaining in the regular season.
Zvolen and Michalovce Secure Playoff Qualification
Zvolen secured their spot in the playoff pre-qualification round with a 4-2 win against Spišská Nová Ves. Michalovce also advanced, defeating Banská Bystrica 3-2. Despite the loss, Banská Bystrica has already secured a top-six position.
Nitra Extends Winning Streak, Chasing Pašek Cup
League leaders Nitra defeated Poprad 3-2 in a shootout, extending their winning streak to nine games and moving closer to winning the Dušan Pašek Cup, awarded to the winner of the regular season. Tomáš Chrenko scored the decisive shootout goal.
Liptovský Mikuláš Solidifies Playoff Position
Liptovský Mikuláš defeated Žilina 2-0 at home, securing their eighth-place position and a spot in the playoffs. Goalie Aleksi Daniel Lebedeff recorded his second shutout of the season.
Košice Break Losing Streak, Prešov Continues to Struggle
Košice ended a three-game losing streak with a dominant 5-1 victory over Prešov. Patrik Rogoň scored two goals for Košice. Prešov has now lost 12 consecutive games.
Spišská Nová Ves Faces Difficult Finish
Spišská Nová Ves has lost their last three games, and currently sit seventh in the standings. Zvolen’s victory over Spišská Nová Ves secured their playoff pre-qualification spot.
Match Results – Round 51
- Nitra – Poprad 3:2 PP (Shootout) (0:1, 1:1, 1:0 – 0:0, 1:0) – Goals: Hrnka, Lawrence, Chrenko (Shootout Winner)
- Liptovský Mikuláš – Žilina 2:0 (0:0, 1:0, 1:0) – Goals: Tritt, Vojtech
- Prešov – Košice 1:5 (1:1, 0:3, 0:1) – Goals: Hamráček (Prešov); Havrila, Lunter, Rogoň (x2), Jellúš (Košice)
- Michalovce – Banská Bystrica 3:2 (1:0, 1:1, 1:1) – Goals: Fominych, Varga, Virtanen (Michalovce); Myklucha, Lee (Banská Bystrica)
- Spišská Nová Ves – Zvolen 2:4 (1:1, 0:2, 1:1) – Goals: Savoie, D. Martel (Spišská Nová Ves); Marcinek (x2), Lunter, Macek (Zvolen)
- Slovan Bratislava – Trenčín 1:3 (0:2, 1:0, 0:1) – Goals: Pecararo (Slovan); Bukarts, Ullman, Varone (Trenčín)
FAQ
- Who will compete in the relegation playoff? Prešov and Trenčín.
- Which teams have secured playoff pre-qualification? Zvolen and Michalovce.
- Who is currently leading the Tipsport Extraliga? Nitra.
- How many games has Prešov lost in a row? 12.
Pro Tip: Keep an eye on the upcoming matches as the playoff picture becomes even clearer in the final rounds of the regular season!
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