Police will close Kollárova ulica in Trnava on Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, starting at approximately 18:00 to enforce public order ahead of a high-risk Nations League match between Ukraine and Hungary.
Kollárova Ulica Closure Details
The road closure will affect the stretch from the traffic light intersection near the railway station and Hospodárska and Dohnányho streets down to the intersection with Hlboká ulica. According to the Trnava Regional Directorate of the Police Force, the exact timing of the restriction remains flexible and will depend on how the security situation develops on the ground. Officers will maintain the blockade until security measures conclude.
High-Risk Match Security in Trnava
The fixture at the Anton Malatinský Stadium pits Ukraine against Hungary in League B action starting at 20:45. Organizers classified the game as high-risk, prompting law enforcement to deploy additional personnel around the venue and throughout the city. Police stated that rioters face doubled penalties when a sports event carries an official high-risk designation.
Ukraine’s Temporary Home Fixtures
Since the Russian invasion began, the Ukraine national football team has played its home matches abroad, most frequently in Poland. The team played Northern Ireland at the same Trnava stadium on Friday, Oct. 2, losing 0:3. Organizers did not classify that previous fixture as high-risk.
Police to Close Kollárova Ulica for High-Risk Match
When does the Kollárova ulica closure begin?
Police will close the street starting at approximately 18:00 on Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, though the exact time may shift based on security conditions.
Which streets are affected by the traffic restrictions?
The closure spans from the traffic light intersection near the railway station, including Hospodárska and Dohnányho streets, down to the intersection with Hlboká ulica.
What are the penalties for troublemakers at the match?
Because organizers labeled the Ukraine-Hungary fixture as a high-risk match, legal penalties for any individuals engaging in disorderly conduct or rioting are doubled.
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