Uncanny Words from Lechia Gdańsk’s Coach…

Uncanny Words from Lechia Gdańsk’s Coach: Another Star Already Not Playing?

Lechia Gdańsk has lost its first two games of the season and is struggling both organizationally and on the pitch. The biggest problem is Iwan Żelizko leaving, who may not play at this stage of the season. Coach Władysław Łupaszko does not reveal details, making some information mysterious. The club needs to find a way to invest in new players.

8 Aug 2026 By Małgorzata Belichowska · senior correspondent

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Organizational and Personnel Problems

Lechia Gdańsk has lost its first two games of the season, only earning points. The club is struggling both organizationally and on the pitch.

Most pressing issue: Iwan Żelizko leaving

One of the biggest issues is Iwan Żelizko leaving, which may not play at this stage of the season. Coach Władysław Łupaszko speaks mysteriously about it.

Latest changes in the squad

Rifet Kapić and Tomas Bobcek are waiting for a transfer abroad, while Camilo Mena returned to play against Warsaw. Iwan Żelizko played in both of Lechia’s first two league matches.

Coach: Problems aren’t just sports-related

Coach Łupaszko says that the reasons aren’t only sports-related - they also have organizational and personnel problems. The club needs funds for investments in new players.