Legia Warszawa displayed solid form, winning 2-1 against FC Nürnberg II reserves in Herzogenaurach. The match, part of pre‑season preparations, ended with Mileta Rajović converting a penalty in the 79th minute. Legia Warszawa currently sits 6th in the Ekstraklasa with 49 points, underscoring their ambitions for the upcoming campaign.

How did the match unfold?

German club Bayern Munich's reserves opened the scoring in the 12th minute when Moritz Wiezorrek struck from distance. Shortly after, in the 18th minute, Eliyah Rau doubled the lead. Legia responded – Rafał Adamski equalised in the 36th minute, and after several intense exchanges Rajović earned a penalty, turning it into the decisive goal. The game featured a fast pace and numerous tactical changes, allowing both sides to test new setups.

Why does this matter for Legia?

It was the second control match after a 2‑0 victory over Bayern Munich's reserves on June 27. Coach Marek Papszun uses these friendlies to assess physical condition and squad cohesion before the Ekstraklasa kicks off on July 24 with an away clash against Pogon Szczecin. Success in Germany builds confidence and helps identify key players who could play a decisive role in the league battle.

What’s next in the preparation?

After returning to Poland on Saturday, Legia Warszawa continues training at the Książenice centre. The next test is scheduled against Slovak side AS Trencin, providing another boost before the official season start. The team aims to maintain its current form – the latest result was a 4‑0 win over Motor Lublin on May 23, and a five‑game winning streak (5 wins) indicates a positive trend. Fans can expect dynamic play and a fight for a top‑table position, especially as Legia sits 11 points behind leaders Lech Poznan.

When are the upcoming matches?

The planned return to Poland will happen this Saturday, and after a short rest Legia will head to Slovakia for the next friendly. Coach Papszun emphasizes that intensive preparation is key to sustaining the momentum shown in Germany. The squad has the chance to use the experience gained to compete for European spots and close the gap to the league leaders.