Raków Częstochowa returned to winning ways in the Ekstraklasa with a composed 2-0 victory over newly promoted Motor Lublin at the zondacrypto Arena, highlighted by a decisive performance from Norwegian striker Jonatan Braut Brunes. The result lifts Raków back into the crowded mid-table mix, while Motor Lublin’s search for consistency continues.

The opening half saw Raków gradually assert control but struggle to break down a disciplined Motor Lublin side. The visitors, coached by Mateusz Stolarski, were compact and aggressive, picking up two first-half bookings—Bright Ede in the 19th minute and Ivo Rodrigues in the 26th—reflecting their uncompromising approach. Raków, missing several starters to injury, leaned heavily on creative fullback Fran Tudor and the relentless movement of Brunes up front.

The breakthrough arrived in stoppage time of the first half. Under mounting pressure, Motor’s defense buckled as Brunes was felled in the box. The striker coolly converted the ensuing penalty, sending Ivan Brkic the wrong way to make it 1-0 in first-half stoppage time. The timing of the goal proved pivotal, shifting momentum squarely in Raków’s favor heading into the break.

After halftime, Motor Lublin attempted to inject fresh legs, making an immediate substitution. But Raków pressed on, and in the 57th minute, Brunes doubled his tally, finishing off a swift move that showcased both his physicality and predatory instincts in the area. His clinical finishing was the difference on a day when chances were otherwise at a premium.

Motor Lublin’s frustration grew as the hosts managed the game smartly, absorbing pressure and breaking up play when needed. Svarnas was booked for Raków in the 54th minute, while Motor’s Renat Dadashov added to the visitors’ disciplinary woes with a yellow of his own in the 75th. Substitutions from both managers in the final half hour did little to alter the flow, with Raków comfortably containing Motor Lublin’s sporadic attacks.

The contest ended on a sour note for Raków when Fran Tudor, one of the hosts’ standout performers this season, was shown a straight red card deep into stoppage time for a reckless challenge. Despite the late dismissal, Raków closed out the win without further incident.

For full match highlights, see the official Ekstraklasa recap hosted on the league’s verified YouTube channel, which offers in-depth coverage of all key incidents.

With this result, Raków leapfrogs Motor Lublin in the standings, signaling intent to contend for a European spot, while Motor Lublin is left to regroup after another learning experience at the top flight.