Poland vs Finland 7 Sep 2025
Watch the football match Live between a team Poland vs Finland After the live, watch the replay of the match and highlights In championship competitions World Cup Qualifiers .
This match is played on date 7 Sep 2025
This match takes place in Stadion Śląski (Chorzów) – In championship competitions World Cup Qualifiers by Season 2025/2026
Match Summary Table
| FEATURE | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Poland vs Finland |
| Competition | FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers – UEFA Group I |
| Date | Sunday, September 7, 2025 |
| Kick-off Time | 20:45 CET (19:45 BST, 18:45 UTC) |
| Venue | Stadion Narodowy, Warsaw (Poland) |
| Broadcast | TVP Sport (Poland), Yle TV2 (Finland), FIFA+ (International) |
| Last Meeting | Poland 5–1 Finland (October 7, 2020 – International Friendly) |
| Head-to-Head | Poland: 9 wins, Finland: 2 wins, Draws: 6 |
🔎 Overview
Poland impressed in Warsaw with a commanding 3–1 victory over Finland in their World Cup qualifying campaign. The hosts showed sharpness in attack and solidity at the back, ensuring they stayed in contention near the top of Group I. Finland battled bravely, even pulling a goal back, but ultimately couldn’t cope with Poland’s firepower.
The match highlighted Poland’s attacking strength, while Finland’s inability to contain transitions proved costly.
🇵🇱 Poland – Dominant on Home Soil
Poland came into the match under pressure to deliver, and they responded with a confident display. Their talismanic striker once again delivered the breakthrough, while midfield creativity provided a steady flow of chances. The victory not only boosts their points tally but also restores momentum in the qualification campaign.
Key Players:
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Robert Lewandowski – Scored the opener with trademark composure and led the attack.
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Piotr Zieliński – Pulled strings in midfield, assisting the second goal.
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Jakub Kiwior – Strong defensive presence, dealing with Finland’s counterattacks.
Tactics: Poland used a 4-2-3-1, pressing high and forcing turnovers, with full-backs pushing forward to overload Finland’s defence.
🇫🇮 Finland – Spirited but Overrun
Finland arrived in Warsaw hoping to frustrate the hosts, but their defensive discipline faltered against Poland’s movement. Although they created a few moments of danger, their lack of cutting edge in the final third limited their chances of taking points away.
Notable Players:
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Teemu Pukki – Scored Finland’s only goal, showing his trademark poacher’s instinct.
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Glen Kamara – Worked tirelessly in midfield, breaking up play where possible.
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Lukas Hradecky – Made several key saves to prevent a heavier defeat.
Tactics: Finland set up in a compact 4-4-2, aiming to soak pressure and counter, but their defensive line was pulled apart by Poland’s movement.
📊 Head-to-Head Snapshot
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Total Meetings: 17
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✅ Poland Wins: 9
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✅ Finland Wins: 2
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🟰 Draws: 6
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⚽ Avg Goals per Match: 2.7
Poland hold the clear historical edge, with Finland rarely finding success in this fixture.
📉 Form Guide (Last 5 Matches)
| TEAM | FORM |
|---|---|
| Poland | 🟩 🟨 🟥 🟩 🟩 |
| Finland | 🟥 🟩 🟥 🟥 🟨 |
Poland are finding consistency again, while Finland struggle for points and momentum.
🎯 Match Verdict
Final Score: Poland 3–1 Finland
Poland’s class and home advantage made the difference, with Lewandowski and Zieliński starring in a polished team performance. Finland showed resilience and grabbed a goal through Pukki, but ultimately couldn’t match Poland’s tempo or quality.
This win keeps Poland firmly in the qualification race, while Finland’s hopes of challenging the top two grow slimmer.
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