Polish National Team and Lewandowski's Dilemma
Following a dispute with Lewandowski, Poland's national coach steps down.
In the heart of Poland, recent developments surrounding the national football team have stirred up a storm. The resignation of coach Michal Probierz, once the embodiment of his professional dreams, comes following a contentious standoff with superstar Robert Lewandowski.
In a bold move, Probierz, aged 52, announced his decision to step down, noting that it's best for the national team in the current circumstances. The Polish Football Association (PZPN) praised Probierz for his unwavering dedication despite their untimely separation. The catalyst for this turn of events? A bitter dispute between Probierz and Lewandowski.
Last time we heard from Lewandowski, he accused Probierz of mismanaging his trust while holding the reins as coach. In response, Lewandowski, the versatile forward who plays for FC Barcelona, declared his intention to halt all activities related to the Polish National Team while Probierz remained in charge. Previously, Probierz had stripped Lewandowski of his captaincy. Over the course of his career, Lewandowski has played 158 international matches for Poland, scoring an impressive 85 goals.
With the departure of Probierz, complications surrounding Lewandowski's return to the national team have been partially resolved, though no official confirmation has been made regarding his future plans. Poland's PZPN chairman, Cezary Kulesza, stated that the decision on Lewandowski's potential return lies with the incoming coach. It's worth noting that Kulesza typically avoids meddling in the selection of players for the national team[4][5].
Meanwhile, Poland continues to face challenges in the World Cup qualifiers. They encountered another setback on Tuesday, slipping to third place in their group after a 1:2 loss in Finland.
Currently, Lewandowski is preoccupied with legal proceedings against his former agent, Cezary Kucharski. Though questioned by Polish reporters about his potential return following Probierz's resignation, Lewandowski stayed evasive, preferring to focus on other pressing matters[1].
The ongoing controversy within the Polish National Team has revolved around football, with Robert Lewandowski and former coach Michal Probierz at the center. Lewandowski's disagreement with his former coach spilled over into open disputes, causing Probierz to relinquish his position. Despite Probierz's resignation, Lewandowski's return to the Champions League and other European leagues as a part of the Polish National Team remains uncertain, as the decision now rests with the incoming coach.
