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Polish FA Rejects Southgate, Favors Skorza for Manager Role

PZPN president Cezary Kulesza cited the inability of foreign coaches to guarantee World Cup qualification, prompting a push for Urawa Red Diamonds boss Maciej Skorza.

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Overview

  • Gareth Southgate’s representatives formally offered his services to the Polish FA after Michal Probierz stepped down following his dispute with Robert Lewandowski and poor qualifying results.
  • PZPN president Cezary Kulesza confirmed that Southgate was rejected because foreign coaches cannot guarantee World Cup progression.
  • Kulesza pointed to the failed nine-month tenure of former coach Fernando Santos as a warning against appointing another foreign manager.
  • The Polish FA has shifted focus to Maciej Skorza, currently leading Japan’s Urawa Red Diamonds, and has engaged in detailed talks to secure his hire.
  • Southgate has been out of management since resigning as England boss in July 2024 and has spent the interim working as a UEFA technical observer and considering non-football roles.