Expect Robert Lewandowski to skip his stint with Poland under coach Michal Probierz, threatening his appearance in the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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LEWANDOWSKI TO SKIP POLAND STINT IF PROBIERZ REMAINS COACH; WORLD CUP STINT IN PERIL
Expect Lewandowski to skip his duties with the Polish national men’s football team if Probierz remains as the head coach.
Furthermore, the 36-year-old star striker’s announcement puts in peril his stint at the FIFA World Cup 2026 should The White and Reds qualify.
Moreover, the Barcelona standout was removed as Polish team captain by Probierz, with Piotr Zielinski named as the new skipper.
“Considering the circumstances and the loss of trust in the Polish national team coach, I have decided to step back from playing for the Polish national team as long as he remains the coach,” Lewandowski said.
“I hope I will still have the chance to play again for the best fans in the world,” he added.
‘PHYSICAL AND MENTAL TIREDNESS’ CITED FOR STRIKER’S DECISION TO SKIP WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS
The striker cited “physical and mental tiredness’ as a major factor in his decision to skip international duties for Poland under Probierz.
Moreover, Lewandoski thrived for 42 goals in 52 appearances for coach Hansi Flick, as helped Barcelona lift three trophies that included the La Liga title.
Furthermore, he was recovering from a hamstring injury that forced him to miss Barca’s Champions League semifial first leg draw with Inter.
Additionally, he also skiped his team’s Copa del Rey final win over Real Madrid due to the same injury.
Poland is scheduled to take on Finladd in a vital World Cup qualifying match on Wednesday.
BARCA STAR TOLD PROBIERZ OF NOT FEELING GOOD PHYSICALLY, MENTALLY FOR INTL FIXURES
The Barca star told Probierz that he was not feeling good physically and mentally to skip joining the national team.
Furthermore, he played for two international fixtures this month before making a decision.
“Returning from injury, I told Coach Probierz that I did not feel good physically, but especially mentally,” Lewandowski said.
Losing Lewandowski for the World Cup qualifiers would be vital for Probierz.
The striker leads the all-time national team mark with 85 goals.
