Raków Częstochowa fans chanted the name of Janusz Waluś during their league match against Jagiellonia Białystok. The incident overshadowed the sporting event, which ended in a heavy 2:5 home defeat for the club.
Janusz Waluś, a 73-year-old man, was present at the stadium in Częstochowa on Saturday. He was invited by a group of supporters and waved proudly to the stands where his name was chanted repeatedly. Journalist Kamil Głębocki reported that a tifo with the text "Biały Wilk" (White Wolf), referring to Waluś's alias, was also displayed. Waluś was convicted in 1993 for the murder of Chris Hani, the leader of the South African Communist Party, and was released in 2022.
What were the reactions to the fans' behavior?
The actions of some Raków fans sparked broad reactions in the media. The Polscy Kibice account on social media posted footage with the caption "Ultras Raków & Janusz Waluś". This is not the first time Waluś has appeared at a Polish stadium; less than a year ago he was also a guest at Legia Warsaw's ground. Raków's coach, Dawid Kroczek, commenting after the match primarily on the sporting defeat, said, "We feel helpless." His words referred to the team's dire situation in the table after this setback.
What is Raków's current league situation?
The 2:5 loss to Jagiellonia is another blow for Raków this season. The Częstochowa club currently occupies a low position in the Ekstraklasa table, having only a few wins to its name. To track the team's full statistics, it's worth visiting our stats page. The squad is struggling with problems both in defense and attack, which is confirmed by our data. The average age of Raków's starting lineup is 26, and the most frequently used formation is 4-2-3-1. The club also has one of the lower budgets in the league, making it difficult to compete with the top teams.
When is Raków's next match?
The schedule doesn't give the team much time to improve the mood. Raków Częstochowa will face Lechia Gdańsk away next weekend. The full schedule of all upcoming fixtures can be checked on our fixtures page. This encounter will be another major challenge, considering Lechia is traditionally a tough opponent at home. Before this match, the coaching staff must find a way to tighten a defense that has conceded too many goals in recent weeks.
How does the squad look ahead of the next challenges?
Coach Dawid Kroczek has a narrow group of players at his disposal, as seen on our squad list. Several key players are battling injuries, which further limits tactical options. Experienced Vladan Kovačević holds the goalkeeper position, but the defensive line needs more stability. In midfield, a large creative burden rests on the shoulders of Fran Tudor, who is one of the team's leaders. The attack relies mainly on the scoring instinct of Mateusz Wdowiak. The next match against Lechia Gdańsk is scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2026.
