Overview

• The 36-year-old striker announced on social media that he will not play for Poland while Michał Probierz remains head coach, citing a loss of trust.
• Probierz stripped Lewandowski of the captaincy last Sunday, appointing midfielder Piotr Zieliński in his place.
• Lewandowski said the one-minute phone call about his removal left him hurt and betrayed, overshadowing earlier arrangements for his rest.
• The Barcelona forward had already declined to join Poland’s squad to recover from physical and mental fatigue after a demanding season.
• Poland, which tops World Cup qualifying Group G, will play Finland on Tuesday without their all-time leading scorer.