Jan Urban has been appointed as the new coach of Poland's national football team after Michal Probierz resigned following a controversy over captain Robert Lewandowski. Urban, who is the fifth coach since 2021, faces a challenging task with the national team currently ranking third in their World Cup qualifying group. The president of PZPN expressed confidence that Urban's leadership will help the team achieve its goal of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. Urban has a significant football background, having played for Poland and coached various clubs, including winning a league title with Legia Warsaw.
Jan Urban has been appointed as the coach of Poland's national football team, replacing Michal Probierz, who resigned after a dispute over Robert Lewandowski's captaincy.
Urban's appointment marks the fifth coaching change for Poland since 2021, with Probierz previously lasting 21 games before his controversial decision regarding Lewandowski.
PZPN president Cezary Kulesza stated the aim of Urban's appointment is to unlock the national team's full potential and qualify for the World Cup finals in 2026.
Urban had a notable playing career, representing Poland 57 times, and started coaching at Osasuna, eventually winning the Polish league title with Legia Warsaw.
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