Slovakia round-up: Petrzalka stumble at home
Sunday, February 24, 2002
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FC Artmedia Petrzalka's title challenge faltered on Sunday as they were held to a 1-1 draw.
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FC Artmedia Petrzalka's championship challenge faltered on Sunday as they were held to a 1-1 draw by ŠK Slovan Bratislava.
Slovan stifle Petrzalka
Slovan, last season's runners-up, have had a disappointing campaign so far and are currently seventh in the 1.Liga table, but they put their trouble behind them at the Petrzalka stadium as they held their hosts at home.
Bencik strikes
Henrich Bencik gave Petrzalka the lead after 52 minutes, breaking down the left before firing the ball home. They had a golden opportunity to wrap up the points 18 minutes from time when Mauricio Ratto won a penalty after he was fouled by Ladislav Pecko.
Onofrej hits back
Vladimir Kinder failed to convert the spot-kick and the hosts were left to rue the miss when Ladislav Onofrej struck an equaliser two minutes from time.