Widzew Łódź 1-1 Gornik Zabrze: result and AI prediction

Widzew Łódź – Gornik Zabrze, Ekstraklasa, Friday, October 23, 2026 at 07:30 PM (GMT). Venue: Stadion Widzewa Łódź

Widzew Łódź is #14 in the table (10 pts) and Gornik Zabrze #1 (26 pts). 13 places separate the two teams in the table. Widzew Łódź has not won any of its last 5 matches. Gornik Zabrze is unbeaten in its last 5 matches. Last 6 head-to-head meetings: Widzew Łódź 1, draws 3, Gornik Zabrze 2. Their last meeting, on March 22, 2026, ended Widzew Łódź 0-0 Gornik Zabrze.

AI predicted: 1-2 · Final score: 1-1Missed

AI confidence: Medium

AI match recap

This is a severe test of Widzew’s resolve: they need to turn possession into sustained attacks rather than another frustrating stalemate. Górnik arrive with the stronger rhythm, a settled tactical identity and an excellent record away from home. Dani Silva’s longer absence makes the home side’s task harder just as their coach is trying to bed in a higher line and more ambitious build-up. The decisive moments should come from Widzew’s ability to survive transition losses and Górnik’s threat from dead-ball situations.

Head-to-head analysis

Recent meetings have often been tight, including a scoreless match in Łódź last season, but Górnik hold the stronger overall record across this sequence. The head-to-head history supports a match where territory and set-pieces matter more than open, end-to-end football.

Injuries and absences

Dani Silva’s confirmed longer-term absence deprives Widzew of a planned option as they seek more reliable possession and width. Górnik are moving in the opposite direction, with Sacek close to a starting return and Antiste adding possible bench depth.

Form (last 5)

Widzew ŁódźLeague position #14 · 10 ptsD L D
Gornik ZabrzeLeague position #1 · 26 ptsD W D

Widzew Łódź vs Gornik Zabrze stats

Widzew ŁódźGornik Zabrze
Played1111
Goals scored1420
Goals conceded1510
Clean sheets43

Last meetings

  • 2026-03-22Widzew Łódź 0-0 Gornik Zabrze
  • 2025-09-21Gornik Zabrze 3-2 Widzew Łódź
  • 2025-04-27Gornik Zabrze 0-0 Widzew Łódź
  • 2024-10-27Widzew Łódź 0-2 Gornik Zabrze
  • 2024-02-25Widzew Łódź 3-1 Gornik Zabrze
  • 2023-08-18Gornik Zabrze 1-1 Widzew Łódź

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