Robert Lewandowski Ruled Out of Poland’s Euro 2024 Opener Due to Thigh Injury
Poland’s star striker, Robert Lewandowski, will be sidelined for his team’s opening Euro 2024 match against the Netherlands this Sunday due to a thigh injury. The 35-year-old sustained the injury during Poland’s final warm-up game against Turkey, where they secured a 2-1 victory.
Lewandowski, who currently plays for Barcelona, was forced to leave the pitch after just 33 minutes of play, raising concerns about his availability for the upcoming tournament matches.
Poland’s official statement confirmed the extent of Lewandowski’s injury, stating that he suffered a rupture of the biceps femoris muscle, which will rule him out of the first match of the tournament. This news comes as a significant blow to Poland’s hopes, as Lewandowski’s goal-scoring prowess and leadership on the field are invaluable assets to the team.
In addition to Lewandowski’s injury, Poland also faces concerns over the fitness of defender Pawel Dawidowicz and striker Karol Swiderski, who suffered injuries during the same game. However, there is optimism that both players will return to full training within three to four days.
With Lewandowski’s absence, Poland will need to regroup and adapt their tactics as they prepare to face Austria in their second group stage match on June 21st, followed by a crucial encounter against France on June 25th. The team will be looking to rally together and overcome this setback as they strive to make an impact in the tournament.