On April 21, 2026, a historic crowd gathered at Enea Stadion in Poznań for the Polish Women’s Cup semifinal between Lech Poznań UAM and GKS Katowice. The match ended with a decisive 5-0 victory for the defending champions, GKS Katowice, securing their place in the final while setting a new attendance record for women’s club football in Poland.
According to verified match reports, 8,311 spectators filled the stands at Enea Stadion, surpassing the previous record of 4,474 set during GKS Katowice’s home match in the 2024/2025 season. This attendance figure marks the highest ever recorded for a club women’s football match in the country, highlighting the growing interest in the women’s game in Poland.
The defending champions asserted their dominance early, with Patricia Hmirova opening the scoring in the 22nd minute. Klaudia Maciążka then doubled the lead shortly after, before restoring the two-goal advantage just before halftime. In the second half, Andjela Milovanović and Julia Langosz added further goals to complete the 5-0 scoreline, ensuring GKS Katowice’s progression to the final.
Despite the loss, Lech Poznań UAM’s supporters created a notable atmosphere, with the club’s engagement in organizing the event praised for the impressive visual display. The match represented the end of Lech Poznań UAM’s journey in this year’s Polish Cup, as they were unable to overcome the defending champions who have demonstrated consistent dominance in domestic competitions.
GKS Katowice’s victory continues their strong form, having already secured the league title with two rounds remaining in the season. Their performance in the semifinal further cements their status as the team to beat in Polish women’s football, combining defensive solidity with clinical finishing to advance to the final where they will await the winner of the other semifinal.
The record attendance at Enea Stadion demonstrates the increasing visibility and support for women’s football in Poland, providing a positive backdrop despite the result for the home side. Both teams will now focus on their respective objectives, with GKS Katowice aiming to complete a domestic double and Lech Poznań UAM turning their attention to league fixtures.
The next match for GKS Katowice will be the Polish Cup final, where they will seek to add the cup title to their already secured league championship. For Lech Poznań UAM, the focus shifts to upcoming league matches as they look to build on the experience gained from their cup run.
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