Ghanaian forward Malik Abubakari took the spotlight in a thrilling encounter as Å K Slovan Bratislava battled to a 2-2 draw against Dukla Banska Bystrica in the Slovakian Superliga on Saturday.
Dukla Banska Bystrica's Enzo Arevalo opened the scoring in the 11th minute, assisted by Timotej Zahumensky. Å K Slovan Bratislava responded with Marko Tolic's equalizer in the 37th minute. The home side missed a penalty just before halftime when Vladimir Weiss failed to convert.
In the 50th minute, Abubakari showcased his skills, scoring with an assist from Vladimir Weiss to put Å K Slovan Bratislava ahead. Dukla Banska Bystrica fought back, and Timotej Zahumensky's goal in the 87th minute secured a draw, assisted by Robert Polievka.
Abubakari played a crucial role, starting as the target man for Å K Slovan Bratislava and lasting 78 minutes on the field before being substituted. The match was characterized by intense gameplay, and Å K Slovan Bratislava enjoyed possession throughout.
The draw highlighted Abubakari's impact and Å K Slovan Bratislava's resilience in an exciting Slovakian Superliga clash.