Poprad HC defeated Prešov 5:2 in a club friendly match on Tuesday evening. The game took place on 25 August 2026 at 15:30 local time. Poprad's visitors showed no hesitation to take control of the contest.
The away side came in with momentum from recent matches. They had beaten Katowice 5:4 and 6:4 in their previous two friendlies. Prešov's form had been more variable, with a 2:1 win over Tychy followed by losses to Spišská Nová Ves and Košice.
Prešov had shown vulnerability in their recent outings. They conceded eight goals against HC 19 Humenné and four against Dukla Trenčín in April fixtures. Poprad's attacking record suggested they would test the hosts thoroughly.
The final scoreline reflected Poprad's superior efficiency. Prešov managed two goals but failed to contain their opponents' attack. The visitors found space and time to execute their plans.
This result adds to Poprad's confidence ahead of the season. They have now won three of their last five matches across all competitions. Prešov will need to address defensive issues if they want to improve.