Calling all Biało-Czerwoni fans! Gear up for the latest on the Poland National Football Team in 2024. This definitive guide dives deep into the squad, revealing every player, the head coach, and the captain who will be leading the charge. We’ll also explore the team’s home turf and provide a glimpse into their upcoming fixtures, so you can be sure to catch every nail-biting moment.
The Poland national football team represents Poland in men’s international football competitions since their first match in 1921. They are known by the nicknames “The White-Reds” and “The Eagles”, symbolized by their coat of arms featuring a white eagle on a red background.
Poland National Football Team Players, Current squad
This is Poland team for FIFA World Cup 2026, Poland National Football Team Players for other Tournament like Euro 2024. Poland Squad for International Friendlies and World Cup qualifying.
| No. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Goals | Club | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wojciech Szczęsny | 18 April 1990 (age 34) | 81 | 0 | Juventus | |
| 12 | Łukasz Skorupski | 5 May 1991 (age 33) | 9 | 0 | Bologna | |
| 22 | Marcin Bułka | 4 October 1999 (age 24) | 1 | 0 | Nice | |
| Defenders | ||||||
| 2 | Sebastian Walukiewicz | 5 April 2000 (age 24) | 3 | 0 | Empoli | |
| 3 | Paweł Dawidowicz | 20 May 1995 (age 28) | 10 | 0 | Hellas Verona | |
| 4 | Tymoteusz Puchacz | 23 January 1999 (age 25) | 13 | 0 | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | |
| 5 | Jan Bednarek | 12 April 1996 (age 28) | 56 | 1 | Southampton | |
| 14 | Jakub Kiwior | 15 February 2000 (age 24) | 21 | 1 | Arsenal | |
| 17 | Bartosz Salamon | 1 May 1991 (age 33) | 12 | 0 | Lech Poznań | |
| 18 | Bartosz Bereszyński | 12 July 1992 (age 31) | 54 | 0 | Empoli | |
| Paweł Bochniewicz | 30 January 1996 (age 28) | 3 | 0 | Heerenveen | ||
| Midfielders | ||||||
| 6 | Jakub Piotrowski | 4 October 1997 (age 26) | 5 | 2 | Ludogorets Razgrad | |
| 8 | Bartosz Slisz | 29 March 1999 (age 25) | 8 | 0 | Atlanta United | |
| 10 | Piotr Zieliński | 20 May 1994 (age 29) | 88 | 11 | Napoli | |
| 11 | Kamil Grosicki | 8 June 1988 (age 35) | 93 | 17 | Pogoń Szczecin | |
| 13 | Taras Romanczuk | 14 November 1991 (age 32) | 2 | 0 | Jagiellonia Białystok | |
| 16 | Damian Szymański | 16 June 1995 (age 28) | 17 | 2 | AEK Athens | |
| 19 | Przemysław Frankowski | 12 April 1995 (age 29) | 40 | 3 | Lens | |
| 20 | Sebastian Szymański | 10 May 1999 (age 25) | 32 | 3 | Fenerbahçe | |
| 21 | Nicola Zalewski | 23 January 2002 (age 22) | 16 | 0 | Roma | |
| Jakub Moder | 7 April 1999 (age 25) | 21 | 2 | Brighton & Hove Albion | ||
| Paweł Wszołek | 30 April 1992 (age 32) | 14 | 2 | Legia Warsaw | ||
| Forwords | ||||||
| 7 | Karol Świderski | 23 January 1997 (age 27) | 30 | 10 | Hellas Verona | |
| 9 | Robert Lewandowski (captain) | 21 August 1988 (age 35) | 148 | 82 | Barcelona | |
| 15 | Adam Buksa | 12 July 1996 (age 27) | 14 | 6 | Antalyaspor | |
| 23 | Krzysztof Piątek | 1 July 1995 (age 28) | 28 | 11 | İstanbul Başakşehir | |
Recent call-ups
The following players have been called up for the national team in the last twelve months.
| Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Goals | Club |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bartłomiej Drągowski | 19 August 1997 (age 26) | 2 | 0 | Panathinaikos |
| Kamil Grabara | 8 January 1999 (age 25) | 1 | 0 | Copenhagen |
| Matty Cash | 7 August 1997 (age 26) | 15 | 1 | Aston Villa |
| Tomasz Kędziora | 11 June 1994 (age 29) | 32 | 1 | PAOK |
| Mateusz Wieteska | 11 February 1997 (age 27) | 4 | 0 | Cagliari |
| Bartłomiej Wdowik | 25 September 2000 (age 23) | 1 | 0 | Jagiellonia Białystok |
| Patryk Peda | 16 April 2002 (age 22) | 3 | 0 | SPAL |
| Przemysław Wiśniewski | 27 July 1998 (age 25) | 0 | 0 | Spezia |
| Arkadiusz Reca | 17 June 1995 (age 28) | 15 | 0 | Spezia |
| Dominik Marczuk | 1 November 2003 (age 20) | 0 | 0 | Jagiellonia Białystok |
| Karol Struski | 18 January 2001 (age 23) | 1 | 0 | Aris Limassol |
| Mateusz Łęgowski | 29 January 2003 (age 21) | 1 | 0 | Salernitana |
| Patryk Dziczek | 25 February 1998 (age 26) | 2 | 0 | Piast Gliwice |
| Jakub Kamiński | 5 June 2002 (age 21) | 14 | 1 | VfL Wolfsburg |
| Filip Marchwiński | 10 January 2002 (age 22) | 2 | 0 | Lech Poznań |
| Grzegorz Krychowiak | 29 January 1990 (age 34) | 100 | 5 | Abha |
| Karol Linetty | 2 February 1995 (age 29) | 47 | 5 | Torino |
| Michał Skóraś | 15 February 2000 (age 24) | 7 | 0 | Club Brugge |
| Kacper Kozłowski | 16 October 2003 (age 20) | 6 | 0 | Vitesse |
| Krystian Bielik | 4 January 1998 (age 26) | 11 | 0 | Birmingham City |
| Ben Lederman | 8 May 2000 (age 24) | 0 | 0 | Raków Częstochowa |
| Jakub Błaszczykowski | 14 December 1985 (age 38) | 109 | 21 | Retired |
| Adrian Benedyczak | 24 November 2000 (age 23) | 0 | 0 | Parma |
| Arkadiusz Milik | 28 February 1994 (age 30) | 72 | 17 | Juventus |
Poland Squad Euro 2024
The Poland Euro 2024 squad reached the tournament in Germany after overcoming Wales in a tense play-off penalty shootout.
- GK: Wojciech Szczesny (Juventus)
- GK: Lukasz Skorupski (Bologna)
- GK: Marcin Bulka (Nice)
- DF: Jan Bednarek (Southampton)
- DF: Bartosz Bereszynski (Empoli)
- DF: Jakub Kiwior (Arsenal)
- DF: Matty Cash (Aston Villa)
- DF: Tymoteusz Puchacz (Kaiserlsuatern)
- DF: Bartosz Salamon (Lech Poznan)
- DF: Pawel Dawidowicz (Verona)
- DF: Pawel Bochniewicz (Heerenveen)
- DF: Sebastian Walukiewicz (Empoli)
- MF: Kamil Grosicki (Pogon Szczecin)
- MF: Piotr Zielenski (Napoli)
- MF: Przemyslaw Frankowski (Lens)
- MF: Sebastian Szymanski (Fenerbahce)
- MF: Jakub Moder (Brighton)
- MF: Damian Szymanski (AEK Athens)
- MF: Nicola Zalewksi (Roma)
- MF: Bartosz Slisz (Atlanta United)
- MF: Jakub Piotrowksi (Ludogorets Razgrad)
- MF: Taras Romanczuk (Jagiellonia Bialystok)
- MF: Dominik Marczuk (Jagiellonia Bialystok)
- FW: Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona)
- FW: Karol Swiderksi (Verona)
- FW: Krzysztof (Istanbul Basaksehir)
- FW: Adam Buksa (Antalyaspor)
Support staff
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Michał Probierz |
| Assistant coaches | Michał Bartosz Robert Góralczyk Sebastian Mila |
| Goalkeeping coach | Andrzej Dawidziuk |
| Fitness coaches | Radosław Gwiazda Mateusz Oszust |
| Match analyst | Hubert Małowiejski |
| Video analyst | Jakub Rejmoniak |
| Doctor | Jacek Jaroszewski |
| Physiotherapists | Paweł Bamber Marcin Bator Adam Kurek Wojciech Herman |
| Team manager | Jakub Kwiatkowski |
| Communications manager | Tomasz Kozłowski |
| Logistics manager | Łukasz Gawrjołek |
| Technical director | Paweł Kosedowski |
| Assistant technical director | Paweł Sidorowicz |
| Cooks | Tomasz Leśniak Radosław Marcińczyk |
| Nutritionist | Wojciech Zep |
| Security officer | Robert Siwek |
Who is Captain of Poland National Football Team?
Poland National Football Team Led by captain Robert Lewandowski.
What is Poland’s nickname for their national football team?
Poland’s national football team actually has two widely used nicknames:
- The White and Reds (Biało-czerwoni): This nickname references the colors of the Polish flag and their national team jerseys – white and red.
- The Eagles (Orły): This nickname draws inspiration from the national emblem of Poland, a white-tailed eagle on a red shield, which is also reflected on the team’s jerseys.
How many World Cups has Poland won?
Poland actually hasn’t won any FIFA World Cups though they’ve had very strong performances. They achieved third place finishes in both 1974 and 1982, which is considered their golden era in international football.
Who is the head coach of the Poland national football team?
Michał Probierz is the current head coach of the Poland national football team.
Poland National Football Team Home Ground
The Poland National Football Team has two main stadiums they consider home ground depending on the situation:
- PGE Narodowy Stadium (Kazimierz Górski National Stadium): This is the main stadium for the Polish National Team and is located in Warsaw, Poland. It’s a retractable roof stadium completed in 2011 with a seating capacity of 58,580, making it the largest association football arena in Poland. The stadium is nicknamed the “Red and White Fortress” due to the team’s impressive record there
Poland National Football Team Next Fixtures 2024
Friendly Matches:
- Friday, June 7th – Poland vs Ukraine (PGE Narodowy, Warsaw)
- Monday, June 10th – Poland vs Türkiye (PGE Narodowy, Warsaw)
UEFA Euro 2024 Group Stage:
- Sunday, June 16th – Poland vs Netherlands (Volksparkstadion, Hamburg)
- Friday, June 21st – Poland vs Austria (Olympiastadion Berlin, Berlin)
- Tuesday, June 25th – France vs Poland (Signal Iduna Park, Dortmund)
UEFA Nations League (League to be confirmed):
- Thursday, September 5th – Scotland vs Poland (Venue TBA)
- Sunday, September 8th – Poland vs Croatia (Venue TBA)
- Saturday, October 12th – Poland vs TBA (Venue TBA)
- Tuesday, October 15th – Poland vs TBA (Venue TBA)
- Friday, November 15th – Portugal vs Poland (Venue TBA)
- Monday, November 18th – Poland vs TBA (Venue TBA)
Poland National Football Team History
The Polish national football team, affectionately known as the “Biało-Czerwoni” (White and Reds) for their national colors, boasts a rich history filled with moments of triumph and perseverance. From their early struggles to their golden era and recent resurgence, Polish football reflects the resilience and passion of the nation itself.
Formative Years (1919-1939)
The seeds of Polish football were sown in the early 20th century. The first official football association, the Polish Football Union (Związek Polski Piłki Nożnej), was established in 1911. However, the political upheaval of World War I forced the organization to wait until 1919 to be re-established as the Polish Football Association (Polski Związek Piłki Nożnej) in Warsaw.
Their debut on the international stage came in December 1921, with a narrow 1-0 defeat to Hungary. The following year, they secured their first victory against Sweden, with Józef Klotz etching his name in history as the scorer of Poland’s first-ever international goal.
The pre-war period witnessed Poland’s gradual rise in European football. While they didn’t qualify for the inaugural World Cup in 1930, they reached the finals in 1938. Their debut World Cup appearance was a valiant effort, pushing footballing giants Brazil to extra time before ultimately falling 6-5. Players like Ernest Wilimowski and Fryderyk Scherfke emerged as stars, showcasing the talent brewing within the Polish ranks.
Trials and Tribulations (1939-1970)
The outbreak of World War II shattered the budding footballing dreams of Poland. The Nazi occupation brought a halt to competitive football, and many players lost their lives in the conflict. Rebuilding after the war proved a daunting task. The national team struggled to recapture their pre-war form, plagued by political turmoil and the dominance of Eastern European football powerhouses like the Soviet Union.
However, the 1950s saw the emergence of new talents like Ernest Pohl and Gerard Cieślik. The appointment of Kazimierz Górski as coach in 1970 marked a turning point. Górski instilled a sense of discipline and tactical awareness, laying the foundation for the golden era of Polish football.
The Golden Generation (1970-1982)
The 1970s witnessed the blossoming of the “golden generation” of Polish football. Led by the legendary Górski, a team spearheaded by exceptional players like Robert Gadocha, Grzegorz Lato, Kazimierz Deyna, and Jan Tomaszewski, began to dominate European football.
Their first major achievement came in 1972, when they secured the gold medal at the Olympic Games in Munich. This was followed by a third-place finish at the World Cup in 1974, defeating favorites Brazil in the process. The “White and Reds” were a force to be reckoned with, showcasing a blend of technical brilliance and tactical organization.
The success continued with a silver medal at the 1976 Olympics in Montreal. However, despite reaching the World Cup again in 1982, finishing third for the second time, the golden generation began to face the inevitable decline.
Post-Golden Generation (1982-2000)
The years following the golden era were marked by inconsistency. Poland failed to qualify for several major tournaments, struggling to replicate the success of the previous decade. The burden of expectation on the new generation proved heavy, and the absence of a strong tactical identity hampered their progress.
Despite flashes of brilliance with players like Zbigniew Boniek and Roman Kosecki, the team lacked the cohesiveness of the Górski era. The fall of the Iron Curtain opened doors for Polish players to move abroad, but this also disrupted the development of a strong domestic league.
The New Millennium (2000-Present)
The turn of the millennium brought renewed hope. The emergence of talented players like Jerzy Dudek, Jacek Bąk, and Euzebiusz Smolarek revitalized the national team. Poland qualified for the 2006 World Cup in Germany, their first appearance in the tournament since 1982.
Since then, Poland has secured qualification for three consecutive European Championships (2008, 2012, 2016), reaching the quarter-finals in 2016 under the leadership of coach Adam Nawałka. Players like Robert Lewandowski, widely regarded as one of the best strikers in the world, have spearheaded the national team’s recent resurgence.
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