Skalica Snatch Overtime Thriller 6-5 at Dukla Trencin in Baráž Shootout

Skalica produced a stunning comeback to beat Dukla Trencin 6-5 in overtime on April 10, 2026, claiming a crucial two points in the Tipsport Liga promotion play-off. In a match that produced 11 goals, Lukas Kuba scored twice — including the decisive overtime strike — to complete a breathtaking night for the visitors.

Skalica Dominate Early — 1-3 After the First Period

Skalica made their intentions clear from the first whistle. Obdrzalek opened the scoring in the 11th minute, assisted by Nemec and Jurik, before Jurak doubled the lead just two minutes later. A third goal from Kotvan (17th) appeared to have put the game beyond reach. Trencin managed a single response — Starosta finishing on 19 minutes — to make it 1-3 heading into the first break.

Trencin Mount a Comeback — 3-4 at Halfway

The home side came out transformed in the second period. Bezuch pulled one back on 25 minutes, and Descheneau made it 3-3 just six minutes later, assisted by Varone and Mikus. Skalica refused to fold however: Kuba restored their advantage on 33 minutes to send the teams in at 3-4 after two periods.

Third-Period Drama — Five Goals, a Lead Change and a Last-Gasp Equaliser

The finale produced some of the most intense hockey of the baráž. Satek extended Skalica's lead to 5-3 on the 45th minute. In a stunning two-minute spell, Bellerive (49th) and Varone (50th) flipped the match on its head to put the hosts ahead 5-4. With the clock running down, Satek equalised in the 60th minute — with six seconds left in regulation — to send a stunned crowd into overtime.

Kuba Wins It in Overtime

The extra session lasted barely two minutes of play. Lukas Kuba — who had already put Skalica 4-3 up in the 33rd minute — struck from the right circle in the 62nd minute, assisted by Satek and Urban, to complete a remarkable double and secure the two points for Skalica.

What It Means

The result is a setback for Trencin, who had dominated this series. They remain second in the baráž table with 12 points after six rounds — comfortably clear of third-placed Skalica (5 pts) — but the defensive performance, conceding six goals at home to an out-of-form side, will alarm the coaching staff. Skalica stay seven points adrift of the promotion zone with six rounds remaining, meaning they must win almost every remaining game and rely on Trencin dropping points to have any hope of survival.