Extraliga · Season 2025
Presov edge HC 19 Humenne 4-3 in overtime in the Tipsport Liga playoff, with Avtsin's double sealing a dramatic comeback.
Player Ratings
1.0 – 10.0A. Avtsin
Scored twice — the third Presov goal to make it 3-2 and then the overtime winner — the decisive figure in a dramatic comeback
M. Indrasis
Registered two assists across the comeback goals, orchestrating Presov's second-period turnaround
F. Vrabel
Set up both Humenne goals with assists, driving the visitors' dangerous counterattacking play
Match Analysis
AI SummaryPresov Stage Stunning Comeback to Beat Humenne 4-3 in Overtime Thriller
Presov overcame a two-goal first-period deficit to defeat HC 19 Humenne 4-3 after overtime on 2 April 2026, with Alexander Avtsin scoring twice to secure a vital three points in the Tipsport Liga promotion playoff.
First Period: Humenne Draw First Blood
The visitors from the Slovak Hockey League made a composed start at the Winter Stadium Presov. F. Vasko broke the deadlock at 13 minutes, finishing off a swift move assisted by F. Vrabel and R. Zitny to give Humenne a 2-0 lead after twenty minutes. Presov's goaltender Samuel Vyletelka later acknowledged the difficult opening: the home side were slow to react and paid the price.
Second Period: Presov's Remarkable Turnaround
The extraliga side emerged transformed after the first break. R. Bukarts halved the deficit just six minutes into the middle period, converting a pass from M. Indrasis and P. Fric. Four minutes later, T. Cormier capitalised on a Humenne penalty to restore parity on the power play — Indrasis and A. Berlyov providing the framework. Avtsin then put Presov in front for the first time at 14 minutes, with L. Hamracek picking up the assist.
Humenne were not done. At 17 minutes, A. Zekucia converted a power play of their own — Vrabel and Zitny combining once more — to level at 3-3. The period ended with all the tension intact.
Third Period and Overtime: Avtsin Wins It
Neither side could find a breakthrough in a tight third period. When overtime arrived, it took barely a minute to resolve: Avtsin collected passes from D. Kadyrov and Berlyov to fire home the winner and send the arena into celebration. His brace was the individual highlight of a remarkable contest.
What It Means
The victory lifted Presov to second place in the four-team baraze standings with six points, keeping them firmly on track for Tipsport Liga survival. HC 19 Humenne remain fourth with four points; the SHL club still harbour promotion hopes but must convert more chances against extraliga opponents to stay in the running. With nine rounds remaining, the eastern Slovak derby delivered everything fans could have hoped for.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of Presov vs HC 19 Humenne on 2 April 2026?
Presov defeated HC 19 Humenne 4-3 after overtime in the Tipsport Liga baraze round 3.
Who scored for Presov against Humenne?
R. Bukarts (P2, 6 min), T. Cormier power-play (P2, 10 min), and A. Avtsin (P2, 14 min and overtime) scored for Presov.
Who scored for HC 19 Humenne?
F. Vasko scored in the first period (13 min) and A. Zekucia added a power-play goal in the second period (17 min) for Humenne.
Did Presov come from behind to win?
Yes. Presov trailed 0-2 after the first period but scored three goals in the second to lead 3-2 before Humenne equalised. Avtsin then won it in overtime.
What competition was the Presov vs Humenne match part of?
It was round 3 of the Tipsport Liga baraze (promotion playoff) for 2025/26, where the top two finishers from four teams earn Tipsport Liga places.
Match Summary
Presov defeated HC 19 Humenne 4:3 after ot. The match was played in Extraliga 2025. Score by period: P1: 0–2, P2: 3–1, P3: 0–0, OT: 1–0.
Match Context
Round 3 of the Tipsport Liga baraze 2025/26
Tipsport Liga promotion playoff — top 2 of 4 teams earn places in the top flight for 2026/27; bottom 2 drop to Slovak Hockey League
Pre-Match Analysis
Presov Form
Presov entered round 3 with a mixed record, having lost home games to Skalica (1-3, 3-4) but also picking up a win; overall strong contenders in the baraze
HC 19 Humenne Form
Humenne arrived with 4 points from 2 rounds, performing creditably against higher-division opposition including Trencin
Head to Head
Eastern Slovak derby with Presov the extraliga representative and Humenne from the second-tier SHL
Injuries & Suspensions
- •Presov: Suja, Brejcak, Joke, Danielcak — absent (injury/illness)
- •Humenne: Pisoja, Ragan, Synak, Vsevolod Kurovskyi, Vladislav Kurovskyi — absent
Match Report
Humenne struck first blood in a dominant first period, with F. Vasko finishing at 13 minutes (F. Vrabel, R. Zitny) to give the visitors a 2-0 lead after 20 minutes. Presov regrouped in the second period: R. Bukarts pulled one back at 6 minutes (Indrasis, Fric), T. Cormier converted a power-play at 10 minutes (Berlyov, Indrasis) to level, then A. Avtsin put Presov ahead at 14 minutes (Hamracek). Humenne refused to yield — Zekucia restored parity with a power-play goal at 17 minutes (Vrabel, Zitny), making it 3-3. The third period was goalless. In overtime, Avtsin completed his brace immediately — finishing from Kadyrov and Berlyov to win it for the home side.
Turning Point
Cormier's power-play goal at 10 minutes of the second period erased Humenne's two-goal lead and swung momentum firmly to Presov
The win moved Presov to 6 points and second place in the baraze standings. Humenne remain fourth with 4 points and face a growing battle to stay in promotion contention.
Presov vs HC 19 Humenne Head to Head Results
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API data: 12 May 2026