Report: Why Kulesza didn't fire Jan Urban

Report: Why Kulesza didn't fire Jan Urban

By Sport.

Why it matters

PZPN's decision to keep Jan Urban as coach of Reprezentacja Polski is aimed at avoiding further controversy amid poor results in the UEFA Nations League. Despite the criticism, this move gives Urban a chance to show his ability in the upcoming matches, which could change the course of his career as a coach.

Key Points

• Report: Why Kulesza didn't fire Jan Urban.
• PZPN chose not to replace Jan Urban immediately despite Poland's poor results in the UEFA Nations League.
• Media: Dlatego Kulesza nie zwolnił Urbana. - Sport.pl.

Jan Urban will remain as Poland's national team coach until mid-November, according to a statement by PZPN president Cezary Kulesza. It follows a poor run in the UEFA Nations League which has opened a heated discussion in the country on whether there should be an immediate change at the helm of Biało-Czerwoni. During the period covered by the international break from September to October, Poland played four matches and recorded one win, one draw and two losses — including 1-3 against Sweden, and 0-0 and 0-1 against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Kulesza made it clear that the situation will be subject to a deeper analysis after the November window. Poland is set to face Romania away from home on November 14 and Sweden will meet again at PGE Narodowy on November 17. There, according to the PZPN head, a complete assessment will be made of where the team is and what direction to take following results, tactical moves, and player selection.

Although much criticism has surfaced due to the torturous form, there are observers and journalists who are in favor of the decision not to change at first. Some insist it's the logical move: give Urban a chance to make a difference with the right and timely roster call, a clear game plan, and, most importantly, results in November. If he recovers, he can stay; otherwise, only then will the door be opened to possible change. In the "Ofensywni" program of Przegląd Sportowy Onet, Piotr Wołosik and Maciej Terlecki presented the possible logic behind Kulesza's decision. According to Wołosik, the PZPN needed a break from the series of controversies in recent months; the immediate departure of Urban will only heat up the situation. Terlecki added that the PZPN could potentially "buy a month of peace" while carefully weighing options — including having a replacement ready if needed. He also mentioned the name of Jerzy Brzęczek as a potential next-up, but said he had dropped his sights after the 2-6 loss to Italy, even though his team secured a ticket to the championship at U-21 level. In a broader context, the coming window is critical not only to Urban's direction but also to the credibility of the PZPN project. The UEFA Nations League, although separate from qualification to major tournaments, affects seeding and the overall confidence of the national team programme. For Poland, the two matches in November serve as the test: can the squad and line-up be correct against Romania and Sweden, or will fears deepen over the team's progress? For now, it is only clear that the PZPN will first avoid another mess while waiting to see if Jan Urban can show concrete improvement.

What's next

In mid-November, Poland is scheduled to face Romania and again Sweden, where the results of these matches will be important in the evaluation of the team's situation. These matches are not only important for Biało-Czerwoni's season outlook but also for Urban's future as a coach, who can expect a change in his fortunes based on the team's performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the results of Poland's UEFA Nations League matches?

Poland recorded one win, one draw and two losses in their UEFA Nations League matches, including 1-3 against Sweden and 0-0 and 0-1 against Bosnia and Herzegovina.

What will be the effect of Kulesza's decision on Jan Urban in st andings of Poland?

Kulesza's decision to keep Jan Urban aims to give him the opportunity to show a change in the team's results, which could affect their standings in the UEFA Nations League.

When is Poland's next match?

Poland's next match is against Romania on November 14 and Sweden again on November 17.

Why didn't Kulesza fire Jan Urban?

According to Kulesza, he did not fire Jan Urban to avoid chaos and give him a chance to show the change with the right roster call and results in November.

What is Kulesza's plan after November?

After November, a complete assessment of the team's situation will be conducted to determine the right direction based on results, tactical moves, and player selection.

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