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Lewandowski Returns as Captain as Poland Hold Netherlands to 1-1 in Rotterdam

The draw leaves both teams on seven points atop Group G with the Dutch ahead on goal difference.

Lewandowski traf bei seinem Comeback auf die Niederlande
Der polnische Spieler Matty Cash jubelt.
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Overview

  • Denzel Dumfries headed the Netherlands in front from a corner in the 28th minute after sustained pressure.
  • Matthew Cash equalized in the 80th minute with a high finish that was confirmed following a brief VAR check.
  • Robert Lewandowski started his comeback for Poland as captain and was substituted in the 63rd minute.
  • The match came after a summer dispute that saw new coach Jan Urban restore Lewandowski to the armband.
  • Poland and the Netherlands are level on seven points early in qualifying, Finland also have seven from more games, and group winners advance directly to the 2026 World Cup.