November 2025 was a pivotal month in the Ekstraklasa 2025–26 season, featuring four intense matchdays (14–17) that reshaped the league standings ahead of the winter break. Across 36 matches, teams battled not only for points but also for momentum heading into the second phase of the campaign.

At the top, Raków Częstochowa, Lech Poznań, and Legia Warszawa continued their fierce race for the championship, with key clashes such as Lech Poznań’s 2–1 victory over Legia Warszawa on Matchday 16 proving decisive. In the middle of the table, sides like Pogoń Szczecin, Cracovia, and Widzew Łódź fought to stay within reach of the Championship Group, maintaining competitive balance through tight results like Cracovia’s 1–1 draw with Pogoń Szczecin.

Meanwhile, the relegation battle remained intense, with GKS Katowice, Arka Gdynia, and Stal Mielec struggling to gather enough points to escape the bottom zone. Every match in November carried significant weight, as clubs aimed to secure stability before the long winter pause.

Overall, November served as the true turning point of the season — a period where form, fitness, and focus were tested to the fullest. The results from this month will continue to influence the Championship and Relegation Group battles when the league resumes in February 2026.

Ekstraklasa 2025–26 – Tournament Format in November

League Type: Round-robin format
Every team plays each other twice – once at home and once away – totaling 34 matches per team across the season.

Teams: 18 clubs compete in the 2025–26 season.

November Stage:

• Matches played during November fall under the Regular Season phase, specifically Matchdays 15, 16, and 17.

• Teams are fighting to build momentum before the winter break (which begins in December).

• These games are crucial for positioning before the league splits into a top-half title race and bottom-half relegation fight later in the season.

Points System:

• Win → 3 points

• Draw → 1 point

• Loss → 0 points

Tiebreakers:

1. Goal difference

2. Goals scored

3. Head-to-head results

Objective:

• The top team at the end of 34 rounds becomes Ekstraklasa Champion and qualifies for the UEFA Champions League qualifiers.

• The 2nd and 3rd place teams qualify for UEFA Europa or Conference League qualifiers.

• The bottom three teams (16th–18th) are relegated to the I Liga (second division).

Ekstraklasa November 2025-26 Fixtures

The Ekstraklasa 2025–26 – November Fixtures (Matchdays 14–17) now organized by date instead of matchday.
All matches are grouped under the exact calendar date with venues noted.

Saturday, 1 November 2025

• Lech Poznań vs GKS Katowice – Stadion Poznań

• Raków Częstochowa vs Radomiak Radom – Miejski Stadion Raków

• Legia Warszawa vs Korona Kielce – Stadion Wojska Polskiego

• Jagiellonia Białystok vs Cracovia – Stadion Miejski Białystok

Sunday, 2 November 2025

• Zagłębie Lubin vs Pogoń Szczecin – Stadion Zagłębia Lubin

• Piast Gliwice vs Górnik Zabrze – Stadion Piasta Gliwice

• Wisła Płock vs Lechia Gdańsk – Stadion Kazimierza Górskiego

• Arka Gdynia vs Widzew Łódź – Stadion Miejski Gdynia

• Stal Mielec vs ŁKS Łódź – Stadion Miejski Mielec

Friday, 7 November 2025

• Górnik Zabrze vs Raków Częstochowa – Arena Zabrze

• Lechia Gdańsk vs Legia Warszawa – Stadion Gdańsk

• Korona Kielce vs Pogoń Szczecin – Kolporter Arena Kielce

• ŁKS Łódź vs Piast Gliwice – Stadion Miejski Łódź

Saturday, 8 November 2025

• Jagiellonia Białystok vs Lech Poznań – Stadion Miejski Białystok

• Radomiak Radom vs Zagłębie Lubin – Stadion Radomiaka Radom

• Wisła Płock vs GKS Katowice – Stadion Kazimierza Górskiego

• Cracovia vs Widzew Łódź – Stadion Cracovii im. Piłsudskiego

• Stal Mielec vs Arka Gdynia – Stadion Miejski Mielec

Friday, 21 November 2025

• Raków Częstochowa vs Piast Gliwice – Miejski Stadion Raków

• Lech Poznań vs Legia Warszawa – Stadion Poznań

• Górnik Zabrze vs Korona Kielce – Arena Zabrze

• Stal Mielec vs Jagiellonia Białystok – Stadion Miejski Mielec

Saturday, 22 November 2025

• Widzew Łódź vs Radomiak Radom – Stadion Widzewa Łódź

• Cracovia vs Wisła Płock – Stadion Cracovii

• Pogoń Szczecin vs Zagłębie Lubin – Stadion Floriana Krygiera

• Lechia Gdańsk vs GKS Katowice – Stadion Gdańsk

• Arka Gdynia vs ŁKS Łódź – Stadion Miejski Gdynia

Saturday, 29 November 2025

• Arka Gdynia vs Raków Częstochowa – Stadion Miejski Gdynia

• Wisła Płock vs Lech Poznań – Stadion Kazimierza Górskiego

• Korona Kielce vs Cracovia – Kolporter Arena Kielce

• GKS Katowice vs Pogoń Szczecin – Stadion GKS Katowice

• Radomiak Radom vs Górnik Zabrze – Stadion Radomiaka Radom

• Piast Gliwice vs Widzew Łódź – Stadion Piasta Gliwice

• Lechia Gdańsk vs Bruk-Bet Termalica Nieciecza – Stadion Gdańsk

• Zagłębie Lubin vs Jagiellonia Białystok – Stadion Zagłębia Lubin

• Stal Mielec vs Legia Warszawa – Stadion Miejski Mielec

Sunday, 30 November 2025

(Reserve date for postponed MD 17 fixtures, if required — none officially confirmed yet.)

Importance of November in the Ekstraklasa 2025–26 Season

November 2025 stands as one of the most decisive and influential months in the Polish Ekstraklasa season. With four full matchdays (14–17) played within a single month, teams face both fixture congestion and high-stakes encounters that shape the league before the long winter break.

1. Mid-Season Turning Point

• November marks the midway stage of the regular season, where clubs begin to solidify their positions in the table.

• The points earned here often determine whether teams will compete in the Championship Group (top 6) or the Relegation Group (bottom 6) when the league splits later.

2. Title Race Intensifies

• Giants like Raków Częstochowa, Lech Poznań, and Legia Warszawa face critical fixtures, including head-to-head matches that could decide early title momentum.

• November’s clashes such as Lech vs Legia (21 Nov) and Arka vs Raków (29 Nov) carry championship implications.

3. Relegation Battle Heats Up

• Newly promoted clubs such as GKS Katowice, Stal Mielec, and ŁKS Łódź fight to avoid being pulled into the bottom zone before the winter break.

• Every point becomes crucial, as teams know recovery in spring is far more difficult.

4. Player Form and Tactical Evolution

• Managers often rotate squads due to tight schedules and colder weather conditions.

• November is also when winter transfer plans begin taking shape — underperforming players can find themselves replaced before the restart in February.

5. Momentum Before the Winter Break

• With no league matches in December and January, November results carry over for months.

• Ending the year on a winning streak provides confidence and breathing room, while slumping teams face pressure-filled offseasons.

Conclusion — Ekstraklasa November 2025

The month of November 2025 proved to be a defining period in the Ekstraklasa 2025–26 season, shaping both ends of the league table.
Across Matchdays 14 to 17, clubs battled through cold conditions, tight schedules, and high expectations — delivering drama, upsets, and standout performances.

Top contenders like Raków Częstochowa, Lech Poznań, and Legia Warszawa strengthened their grip on the title chase, while mid-table sides such as Pogoń Szczecin and Cracovia fought to stay competitive for a top-six finish.
Meanwhile, newly promoted teams like GKS Katowice and Arka Gdynia continued their struggle for consistency, trying to distance themselves from the relegation zone before the winter pause.

As the Ekstraklasa now heads into its winter break, November’s outcomes serve as a clear reflection of form and ambition.
The teams that thrived during this demanding stretch carry valuable momentum into the second half of the season — while others must regroup, reassess, and prepare for a fierce battle ahead when action resumes in February.

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