Poland’s national football team has been shaken by the sudden resignation of head coach Michał Probierz, following a dramatic fallout with star striker Robert Lewandowski.
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The Barcelona forward recently opted out of Poland’s international fixtures, citing exhaustion after a long club season.
However, the situation escalated when Lewandowski declared he would not return to the national team as long as Probierz remained head coach.
The turning point was the decision to strip Lewandowski of the team’s captaincy — a move he described as a betrayal.
“I felt betrayed. Being captain of Poland meant everything to me,” Lewandowski reportedly said, in a statement that immediately triggered national debate.
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According to reports, the Polish Football Association (PZPN) confirmed that the change in leadership was entirely the coach’s decision. While Probierz stood by his choice, he has now decided to step down for the sake of team unity.
In his official resignation statement, Probierz wrote:
“I have come to the conclusion that in the current situation, the best decision for the good of the national team is to step down as coach. Leading the national team was the fulfillment of my professional dreams and the greatest honor of my life.”
He extended gratitude to the Polish Football Association, his staff, and fans, stating:
“The national team is our shared treasure. I’ll continue to cheer for you all. And to our incredible fans – thank you for standing by us through thick and thin.”
Probierz’s departure now opens the door for Lewandowski to make a potential return to international football, just as Poland eyes qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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The leadership change is likely to reshape team dynamics ahead of critical qualification matches. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see whether Poland can now regroup with its talisman back in the fold.
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