Ferencvarosi TC and league leaders Paks played out a dramatic 2-2 draw in Budapest, as Sunday’s NB I showdown delivered late heroics, controversy, and a result that leaves the title race wide open.

Match Recap

The encounter started with palpable intensity, both sides showing attacking intent and a willingness to press from the outset. Paks broke the deadlock in the 21st minute, as M. Peto finished a sweeping counter-attack to put the visitors ahead, silencing the home section at Groupama Arena. Ferencvarosi responded with urgency—just 10 minutes later, B. Varga leveled for the hosts after a sharp cut-back from B. Nagy found him unmarked in the box, capping a spell of home pressure and restoring parity.

Yellow cards punctuated a tense first half; six cautions in total were handed out before halftime as both sides fought to control a frenetic midfield battle. Paks in particular saw a flurry of bookings, with Z. Haraszti, B. Balogh, and J. Szabo all going into the referee’s book between the 40th and 43rd minutes. Ferencvarosi’s G. Szalai and B. Otvos were also cautioned for combative challenges.

After a raft of second-half substitutions injected fresh energy, the closing stages produced a dramatic twist. With less than five minutes remaining, Ferencvarosi’s A. Pesic latched onto a clever ball from M. Abu Fani and coolly slotted past the keeper to spark wild celebration in green and white.

Just as Ferencvarosi looked set to claim victory, stoppage time changed everything. Paks pressed forward desperately and forced a crucial error in the dying seconds. Under immense pressure, Ferencvarosi conceded a penalty and J. Windecker kept his nerve from the spot in the 93rd minute, sending the visiting supporters into raptures. The equalizer capped a pulsating contest and left both benches frustrated and relieved in equal measure.

Key Moments & Implications

• Ferencvarosi’s resilience was evident in their comeback and late go-ahead goal, but the inability to close out the result highlights defensive vulnerabilities—a concern for head coach Dejan Stanković as his side remains just off the league lead.
• Paks’ determination and discipline in the late stages—particularly in winning and converting the stoppage-time penalty—keeps them at the top of the NB I table, but mounting yellow cards could become costly in coming fixtures.
• The draw marks the tenth stalemate in 42 meetings between these two clubs, underscoring just how evenly matched their encounters have become.

Both teams displayed a blend of grit and quality, with standout performances from B. Varga, A. Pesic, and J. Windecker shaping the narrative. As the NB I campaign heats up, this result will resonate not only in the standings but also as a lesson in composure and late-game execution for both squads.

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