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Lukasz Piszczek Named Head Coach of Polish Second-Tier Side GKS Tychy

The former Dortmund defender steps into his first professional head-coaching post to stabilize a struggling club.

Overview

  • Club officials announced the appointment on November 12 as Tychy seeks to arrest a poor run in Poland’s second division.
  • Piszczek called the job a new stage in his coaching journey and stressed daily work, consistency and responsibility in building a long-term foundation.
  • Tychy sits 16th with three wins in 16 matches, having recently slipped into a relegation spot, according to local reporting.
  • DerWesten reports he signed through 2027 with an option for an additional year, though the club has not detailed terms publicly.
  • Board member Maximilian Kothny said Piszczek’s philosophy and leadership align with the organization’s long-term vision, pointing to his local ties and top-level experience.