Jagiellonia Coach Acknowledges Fan Frustration After Loss to Raków, Calls for Referee Consistency
Białystok, Poland – Jagiellonia Białystok coach Adrian siemieniec conceded Raków Częstochowa deserved their first-half lead in Sunday’s match, ultimately lost by Jagiellonia, but also addressed the disruption caused by fan banners displayed during the game. Siemieniec stated, “when it comes to the message itself, it is hard not to understand the fans’ frustration,” echoing his own disappointment with recent results, including a loss in Zabrze and broader issues over the past two seasons.
The match was temporarily halted due to the banners, and siemieniec emphasized referee Paweł Raczkowski was within his rights to pause play as the match’s “managing” authority. He then called for consistent application of this standard, stating he hoped referees would similarly interrupt matches if insults were directed at presidents, directors, coaches, or players of any team.
Siemieniec acknowledged his team’s strong eighteen-match unbeaten streak in the league and European cups had ended, calling the consecutive losses “disappointing,” but stressed the league is a “marathon” with 34 rounds remaining.
Raków coach Marek Papszun noted the long break in the second half disrupted his team’s rhythm, allowing Jagiellonia to gain momentum, despite a questionable foul leading to a Jagiellonia goal. He also expressed concern over an injury to Jean Carlos.
(Source: Polish Press Agency)
