Robert Lewandowski, Poland's all-time leading goalscorer, has announced his resignation from the national team following a loss of trust in manager Michal Probierz. The Barcelona striker made this decision after being replaced as captain by Inter Milan's Piotr Zielinski, a move that has been met with significant attention.

Lewandowski, who has scored 85 goals in 158 international appearances, expressed his disappointment on social media, stating, "Taking into account the circumstances and a loss of trust in the coach, I have decided to resign from playing for the Poland national team for as long as he remains in charge." He emphasized his desire to play again for Poland in the future, highlighting the affection he holds for the national team's supporters.

Probierz, who took over as head coach in September 2023, has faced criticism following Poland's poor performance at Euro 2024, where they finished bottom of their group. However, the team has made a strong start in the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign, currently sitting at the top of their group with two wins from two matches.

The Polish Football Association has scheduled a press conference where Probierz will address the media alongside Zielinski, further clarifying the situation surrounding Lewandowski and the team's direction moving forward. As the national team prepares for upcoming qualifiers, the absence of their star striker raises questions about their future performance and leadership on the pitch.