Legia Warszawa will host Widzew Łódź in a highly anticipated clash during the eighth round of the Ekstraklasa season. The match, scheduled for Sunday, 13 September, comes as Legia aims to maintain its strong position near the top of the league, while Widzew will play under a new head coach, Mateusz Stolarski.

Match Details and Broadcast Information

The encounter between Legia Warszawa and Widzew Łódź is set to kick off at 17:30 BST on Sunday, 13 September. Supporters across the UK can tune in to watch the game live on CANAL+ Premium, CANAL+ Sport 3, or stream it online via the Canal+ platform, as reported by SportoweFakty.

Team Form and Standings

Legia Warszawa enters this fixture as the league’s vice-leader, having accumulated 15 points from seven matches with a goal difference of 15:6. The ‘Wojskowi’ have been particularly dominant at home, securing four victories and one draw in their last five matches. In 2026, Legia has won seven of their eleven home games, including significant victories against Radomiak (5:0), Zagłębie Lubin (3:1), and Motor Lublin (4:0) this season. Their strong performance, averaging 1.85 xG, has led to all tickets for the match being sold out.

In contrast, Widzew Łódź sits in 13th place with seven points from their opening seven games. The ‘Łodzianie’ have secured only one win, drawing four matches, which highlights their tendency to avoid defeat. They recently drew 0:0 with Radomiak. The match against Legia marks the first serious test for their new coach, Mateusz Stolarski, who replaced Aleksandar Vuković. Despite their lower league position, Widzew has kept three clean sheets this season and does not typically concede goals after the 76th minute. Karol Świderski, with 2.33 xG, has only scored once, indicating a challenge with effectiveness for the team, according to SportoweFakty.

Expected Line-ups

According to Legia.Net, Legia Warszawa’s expected starting eleven for the match is:

• Legia Warszawa: Hindrich – Piątkowski, Augustyniak, Deziel Jr – Wszołek, Kapustka, Urbański, Vinagre – Sevcik, Kuchta, Szczepaniak.

The bench is expected to include Brkić, Szymański, Arreiol, Adamski, Chodyna, Reca, Żewłakow, Arsenić, Wjunnyk, and Zjawiński.

For Widzew Łódź, SportoweFakty reports the following potential line-up:

• Widzew Łódź: Drągowski, Krajewski, Wiśniewski, Kapuadi, Garcia, Selahi, Biuk, Alvarez, Kornvig, Fornalczyk, Świderski.

Match Outlook

Given Legia’s formidable home record and offensive capabilities, an open and dynamic match is anticipated. Legia regularly scores multiple goals in their home fixtures, and Widzew’s urgent need for points from their challenging league position may compel them to adopt a more adventurous approach. This scenario increases the likelihood of more than 2.5 goals being scored. However, Widzew’s defensive resilience, particularly their ability to avoid conceding late, suggests that securing a straightforward and high-scoring victory for the hosts may prove challenging.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the Legia Warszawa vs Widzew Łódź match?

The match is scheduled for Sunday, 13 September, with kick-off at 17:30 BST.

How can I watch the Legia Warszawa vs Widzew Łódź match?

The game will be broadcast on CANAL+ Premium, CANAL+ Sport 3, and available for streaming online via the Canal+ platform.

Who is the new coach for Widzew Łódź?

Mateusz Stolarski has recently taken over as head coach for Widzew Łódź, replacing Aleksandar Vuković. This match against Legia will be his first major test.

What are Legia Warszawa’s recent home results?

Legia has shown strong home form, winning seven of their eleven home matches in 2026. This season, they secured significant home victories against Radomiak (5:0), Zagłębie Lubin (3:1), and Motor Lublin (4:0).