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Bubela's Overtime Winner Seals Dramatic Victory for Dukla Trencin Over Presov
Dukla Trencin edged Presov 2-1 in overtime thanks to M. Bubela scoring just 1 minute into OT.
Bubela's Overtime Winner Seals Dramatic Victory for Dukla Trencin Over Presov
Dukla Trencin secured a vital two points in the Slovak Extraliga relegation/promotion round, defeating Presov 2-1 in overtime on March 29, 2026. M. Bubela was the hero, striking just one minute into extra time to settle a tightly contested encounter that had been level since the middle period.
A Goalless Opening Gives Way to Second-Period Drama
The first period passed without a goal as both sides were cautious in the high-stakes relegation round clash. The game came alive in the second period when J. Bellerive gave {{homeTeam}} the lead at the 14-minute mark, latching onto a pass from R. Bukarts to make it 1-0.
Presov refused to be broken. Just three minutes later, L. Hamracek produced a moment of individual quality to equalise — scoring shorthanded with an assist from A. Avtsin. The 1-1 scoreline sent the game into the third period with everything still to play for.
Scoreless Third Period Sets Up Overtime Thriller
Neither team could find the decisive goal through the final regulation period. Both goalkeepers stood firm as the tension mounted, with overtime looming large in a match where every point matters for survival in the top flight.
Bubela Strikes Early in Overtime
The deadlock was broken in the most dramatic fashion. Just 60 seconds into overtime, M. Bubela pounced to fire home the winner, with J. Bezuch and J. Siska credited with the assists. The early strike left {{awayTeam}} with no time to respond, handing {{homeTeam}} the full two points.
What It Means
The win strengthens Dukla Trencin's position in the Extraliga relegation/promotion round as both clubs battle to preserve or earn top-flight status for the 2026/27 season. Presov showed resilience — Hamracek's shorthanded equaliser was a fine moment — but leave Trencin empty-handed. The two sides would meet again later in the round, with Presov taking a 3-1 win to shift the series dynamics, underlining how evenly matched these rivals are in the fight for Extraliga survival.