Overwhelmed upon coming into the competition by the Netherlands this Sunday afternoon, in Hamburg, (1-2), Poland nonetheless realized two excellent news from Michal Probiertz, its coach. “The rehabilitation of Robert Lewandowski (torn biceps femoris) goes in the suitable route. He’s recovering and can most likely play the following match towards Austria (Friday, 6 p.m., in Berlin). The identical goes for Pawe Dawidowicz. » The Hellas Verona defender suffers from a torn quadriceps thigh. “Their return will enhance competitors throughout the crew,” rejoiced their coach.
Earlier than including, concerning the defeat: “I instructed the gamers within the locker room after the match towards the Netherlands to maintain their heads excessive. This match, regardless of the defeat, bodes properly. Though we lacked intelligence on the finish, we have been a well-organized crew. We’re not off course. » Word that though introduced forfeit, Barça’s star scorer was on the Polish bench this Sunday afternoon on the Vorlsparkstadion in Hamburg. Lewandowski even warmed up usually within the firm of the opposite substitutes, earlier than attending the match.
The Poland coach, nonetheless, was extra reserved concerning Bartosz Salamon, his central defender pressured to surrender his place within the 86th minute as a consequence of a finger drawback. “He is within the arms of the physician and I hope he would not have a fracture. »
