Poland

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Italy will first host Northern Ireland in a World Cup qualifying playoff in March but would then need to win on the road to reach its first tournament after back-to-back failures at this stage.

The Netherlands came from behind to draw 1-1 with Poland in Warsaw and take a major step toward direct qualification for the 2026 World Cup.

Matty Cash believes Poland team-mate Robert Lewandowski can still rival Erling Haaland and Harry Kane as one of the best strikers in world football.

Matty Cash praises Robert Lewandowski ahead of Poland's World Cup qualifiers.

Robert Lewandowski said Barcelona will be fresher for the big games this season after coming off the bench to score in a win against Real Oviedo.

Poland's new manager Jan Urban has said his immediate priority is persuading striker Robert Lewandowski to return to the national team.

Jan Urban has been appointed as Poland national manager, the country's football association (PZPN) said on Wednesday, with the 63-year-old replacing Michal Probierz who resigned in June.

Poland manager Michal Probierz resigned Thursday following a row over his decision to replace the country's record goal scorer Robert Lewandowski as captain.

Robert Lewandowski says he feels betrayed by coach Michał Probierz and that it will be difficult to forget the events which led to him stepping away from Poland.