Poland’s national football team is preparing for an important match against Malta as they aim for a place in the World Cup playoffs. Following a draw with the Netherlands, Poland is likely to secure second place in Group G. This positioning sets them up for a playoff opportunity, while the Netherlands is expected to finish first.
Poland’s Starting Lineup Changes
In a surprising twist, coach Jan Urban has announced several changes to the starting lineup for the match against Malta. Notably, Bartłomiej Drągowski will replace Kamil Grabara, who performed well in the last match. Drągowski, currently with Panathinaikos, has not had a standout season but is being given a chance to showcase his skills.
- Goalkeeper: Bartłomiej Drągowski
- Defenders:
- Paweł Wszołek
- Przemysław Wiśniewski
- Tomasz Kędziora
- Jakub Kiwior
- Michał Skóraś
- Midfielders:
- Jakub Kamiński
- Bartosz Slisz
- Piotr Zieliński
- Nicola Zalewski
- Forward: Robert Lewandowski
Key Player Updates
Przemysław Wiśniewski will be back in the starting eleven after missing the last game due to yellow card accumulation. His strong performances earlier in the qualifiers have made him a favorite for Urban. Additionally, Bartosz Slisz returns to the lineup, stepping in for the injured Sebastian Szymański.
With this mix of seasoned players and some unexpected choices, including the versatile Paweł Wszołek in defense, Poland aims to capitalize on their strengths against Malta.
Match Details
The match between Malta and Poland is scheduled to kick off at 20:45 local time. It will take place at the national stadium in Ta’Qali. Fans can look forward to a vital clash as Poland’s hopes for World Cup qualification rest on the result.
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