- Michal Probierz stepped down after Poland’s loss to Finland
- Lewandowski clashed with coach over captaincy decision
- Poland ended his tenure with 9 wins from 21 games
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Michal Probierz, the head coach of the Polish national team who clashed with Robert Lewandowski, has submitted his resignation. The specialist’s decision comes just days after the 2:1 loss to Finland in a World Cup qualifier. 423j29
Around that match, it became clear that Barcelona forward and Poland’s record goal scorer Lewandowski was angry with Probierz for stripping him of the captain’s armband. As a result, Leva vowed not to play for the national team as long as the coach remained in charge.
🚨OFFICIAL: Michał Probierz has RESIGNED as Poland head coach. 👋
Lewandowski won. 🥇🇵🇱 pic.twitter.com/L2XSSQChPX
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) June 12, 2025
“I have come to the conclusion that in the current situation, the best decision in the interest of the national team is for me to step down as head coach. Holding this role was a fulfilled professional dream and the greatest honour of my life,” read the statement from the coach.
Probierz took charge of Poland on 20 September 2023, replacing Fernando Santos. Under his guidance, the team played 21 matches, achieving 9 wins, 5 draws, and 7 losses. He now departs with Poland sitting on 6 points from three matches in the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign. The team’s next match is scheduled for September against the Netherlands.