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The Sun
4 days ago
- Sport
- The Sun
Gareth Southgate ‘offers himself to POLAND as England manager targets shock new job in dugout'
GARETH SOUTHGATE has his eyes set on becoming POLAND'S new manager, according to reports. It comes days after Michal Probierz resigned from his post after his public spat with national hero Robert Lewandowski. 1 Lewandowski, who is Poland's record goalscorer with 85 goals in 158 appearances, said he would not play for his country again under him. Probierz resigned after Poland suffered a 2-1 loss in Finland in a World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. But according to Polish daily newspaper Przeglad Sportowy, Southgate has now submitted an application to become Poland's new boss. The report adds that Southgate has also "personally expressed his desire to take over". The 54-year-old stepped down as England manager last July following his side's defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Southgate was linked with replacing Erik ten Hag as Manchester United manager in October. But, he quickly ruled out the prospect of making a quick return to management and made it clear he is in "no rush" to find his next role. THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY..
Daily Tribune
13-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Poland coach quits after Lewandowski boycott and World Cup qualifier loss
Poland coach Michal Probierz, who had been feuding with star striker Robert Lewandowski, has resigned for 'the good of the national team', the country's football federation said yesterday. 'I have come to the conclusion that in the current situation the best decision for the good of the national team will be my resignation from the position of selector. Performing this function was the fulfilment of my professional dreams and the greatest honour in my life,' Probierz said in a statement from the Polish Football Federation (PZPN). Lewandowski's announcement on Sunday that he would boycott the team while Probierz remained coach was followed by a 2-1 loss at Finland that knocked Poland off the top of their European World Cup qualifying group. The striker was not part of the Polish squad in the recent international window. According to Polish news agency PAP, the Barcelona player had asked to be excused to rest.
Daily Mail
13-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Robert Lewandowski 'considers stunning U-turn FIVE days after quitting Poland national team' - as head coach resigns following star accusing him of 'betrayal'
Robert Lewandowski is reportedly considering ending his international retirement after just five days, after Poland head coach Michal Probierz resigned from his role. Poland's all-time leading goalscorer had announced on Sunday that he had decided to quit the national team while Probierz was in charge. Lewandowski made the announcement 39 minutes after the Polish Football Association announced Probierz had stripped the forward of the captaincy. '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 have the chance to play again for the best fans in the world.' The Barcelona star later expanded on his decision by claiming that Probierz had 'betrayed my trust', while appearing to accuse the coach of leaking private conversations. The 36-year-old is now considering reversing his decision, according to German newspaper BILD, following the resignation of Probierz on Thursday. Probierz had overseen Poland's 2-1 defeat by Finland on Tuesday, a result that leaves them third in their World Cup qualifying group, and has now taken the decision to step down. 'I have come to the conclusion that in the current situation, the best decision for the good of the national team will be my resignation from the position of coach,' Probierz said. 'Performing this function was the fulfillment of my professional dreams and the greatest honour of my life. 'I would like to thank all my co-workers, employees of the Polish Football Association. I could always count on you. Thank you for trusting the president and board of the Polish Football Association. 'Of course, I would like to thank all the footballers, whom I had the pleasure of meeting on this path. I will keep my fingers crossed for all of you, because the national team is our common national asset. 'I would also like to thank our wonderful fans. You are with us through thick and thin. Wherever the national team played, your support was heard.' Probierz's departure has reportedly opened up the possibility that Lewandowski could return to the national team fold for their World Cup qualifiers against The Netherlands and Finland in September. Earlier this week, Lewandowski had hit back at Probierz over the nature of his axing as captain. 'I got a surprise call from coach Michal Probierz with the information that he had decided to take away my armband, I was not prepared for it at all, I was putting my children to sleep,' he said. 'I didn't even have time to inform my family or talk to anyone about what had happened, because a few moments later a message appeared on the PZPN website. 'The way in which it was communicated to me is really surprising to me. It seemed to me that such matters should be dealt with differently. 'Everything was communicated over the phone, it really shouldn't have been like this. The coach betrayed my trust.' Lewandowski claimed Probierz had 'bowed to media pressure' and accused Poland's head coach of breaking agreements. Poland's record goalscorer said he had agreed with Probierz not to attend their training camp ahead of a friendly with Moldova on June 6, allowing him to get rest. Lewandowski said he had informed only Poland's head coach that he would attend the match to surprise Kamil Grosicki, who was making his 95th and final appearance for the national team, only for the news to be leaked. The 36-yer-old said he had met with Probierz following the match on Friday and had been given no indication he would be stripped of the captaincy. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Probierz confirmed he had agreed to rest Lewandowski but had been taken by surprise by his decision to attend the friendly. Probierz claimed Lewandowski had asked for the Polish FA to say he had resigned the captaincy rather than have the honour stripped from him, a request he rejected. A report from Polish outlet Onet had suggested that the rest of the playing squad had 'already had enough of his swagger' and that had the captaincy been decided by popular vote, it would not have ended up with Lewandowski. Things seem to have come to a head in March when Poland laboured to a 2-0 win over minnows Malta with Lewandowski on the bench due to his fitness. Reports claim he would however 'storm into the locker room' after the game and berate both players and coaching staff, before publicly voicing his criticisms, stating he would not 'sugarcoat' the state of play. He had criticised the lack of young players in the squad at the time, hinting that there were perhaps either no pathways for youngsters, or not enough quality was coming through from the youth teams to improve the side going forward. Lewandowski is Poland's highest goal scorer with 85 goals for his country in a record 158 appearances, and had held the captaincy since 2014. Probierz replaced the sacked Fernando Santos as Poland manager in 2023, taking them to Euro 2024 where his side were the first team to be eliminated.
The Advertiser
12-06-2025
- Sport
- The Advertiser
He stripped star of captaincy, days later coach is gone
Poland manager Michal Probierz has resigned four days after striker Robert Lewandowski announced he would no longer play for his country under him. Probierz, 52, who was under contract until 2026 after replacing Fernando Santos in the role in September 2023, relieved Lewandowski of the team captaincy earlier this week, replacing him with Inter Milan midfielder Piotr Zielinski. Barcelona forward Lewandowski responded by saying Probierz had lost his trust and that he would quit international football "for as long as he (Probierz) remains in charge". Probierz said in a statement: "I came to the conclusion that in the current situation, the best decision for the good of the national team will be my resignation from the position of the head coach. "Performing this function was the fulfilment of my professional dreams and the greatest honour in my life. "Of course, I would like to thank all the players with whom I had the pleasure to meet on this road. I will keep my fingers crossed for all of you, because the national team is our common national good." The Polish Football Association added: "We would like to thank Michal Probierz for his cooperation and commitment in leading the national team, wishing him success in his further professional career." Poland, who lost 2-1 in Finland in a World Cup qualifier on Tuesday, finished bottom of their group at Euro 2024 under Probierz, who won nine and lost seven of his 21 matches in charge. Poland manager Michal Probierz has resigned four days after striker Robert Lewandowski announced he would no longer play for his country under him. Probierz, 52, who was under contract until 2026 after replacing Fernando Santos in the role in September 2023, relieved Lewandowski of the team captaincy earlier this week, replacing him with Inter Milan midfielder Piotr Zielinski. Barcelona forward Lewandowski responded by saying Probierz had lost his trust and that he would quit international football "for as long as he (Probierz) remains in charge". Probierz said in a statement: "I came to the conclusion that in the current situation, the best decision for the good of the national team will be my resignation from the position of the head coach. "Performing this function was the fulfilment of my professional dreams and the greatest honour in my life. "Of course, I would like to thank all the players with whom I had the pleasure to meet on this road. I will keep my fingers crossed for all of you, because the national team is our common national good." The Polish Football Association added: "We would like to thank Michal Probierz for his cooperation and commitment in leading the national team, wishing him success in his further professional career." Poland, who lost 2-1 in Finland in a World Cup qualifier on Tuesday, finished bottom of their group at Euro 2024 under Probierz, who won nine and lost seven of his 21 matches in charge. Poland manager Michal Probierz has resigned four days after striker Robert Lewandowski announced he would no longer play for his country under him. Probierz, 52, who was under contract until 2026 after replacing Fernando Santos in the role in September 2023, relieved Lewandowski of the team captaincy earlier this week, replacing him with Inter Milan midfielder Piotr Zielinski. Barcelona forward Lewandowski responded by saying Probierz had lost his trust and that he would quit international football "for as long as he (Probierz) remains in charge". Probierz said in a statement: "I came to the conclusion that in the current situation, the best decision for the good of the national team will be my resignation from the position of the head coach. "Performing this function was the fulfilment of my professional dreams and the greatest honour in my life. "Of course, I would like to thank all the players with whom I had the pleasure to meet on this road. I will keep my fingers crossed for all of you, because the national team is our common national good." The Polish Football Association added: "We would like to thank Michal Probierz for his cooperation and commitment in leading the national team, wishing him success in his further professional career." Poland, who lost 2-1 in Finland in a World Cup qualifier on Tuesday, finished bottom of their group at Euro 2024 under Probierz, who won nine and lost seven of his 21 matches in charge.
Irish Examiner
12-06-2025
- Sport
- Irish Examiner
Poland manager Michal Probierz resigns after Robert Lewandowski's threat to quit
Poland manager Michal Probierz has resigned four days after striker Robert Lewandowski announced he would no longer play for his country under him. Probierz, 52, who was under contract until 2026 after replacing Fernando Santos in the role in September 2023, relieved Lewandowski of the team captaincy earlier this week, replacing him with Inter Milan midfielder Piotr Zielinski. Barcelona forward Lewandowski responded by saying Probierz had lost his trust and that he would quit international football "for as long as he (Probierz) remains in charge". Probierz said in a statement: "I came to the conclusion that in the current situation, the best decision for the good of the national team will be my resignation from the position of the head coach. "Performing this function was the fulfilment of my professional dreams and the greatest honour in my life. "Of course, I would like to thank all the players with whom I had the pleasure to meet on this road. I will keep my fingers crossed for all of you, because the national team is our common national good." The Polish Football Association added: "We would like to thank Michal Probierz for his cooperation and commitment in leading the national team, wishing him success in his further professional career." Poland, who lost 2-1 in Finland in a World Cup qualifier on Tuesday, finished bottom of their group at Euro 2024 under Probierz, who won nine and lost seven of his 21 matches in charge.
