Robert Lewandowski's status updated for Poland

Robert Lewandowski did not play in Poland’s first game of the 2024 Euros due to an injury; now reports indicate the Barcelona striker could be back in the fold.

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Updated on June 21, 2024 01:55PM EDT

**© IMAGO / PA Images**Poland's Robert Lewandowski

Poland were defeated late in their opening match of the 2024 Euros against the Netherlands, 2-1. Missing from Poland’s starting lineup was Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski, who missed the match due to a thigh injury.

Despite the missing striker, Poland did manage an early lead thanks to former New England Revolution striker Adam Buksa.

Still, it was not enough, and Poland now faces a must-win situation in order to stay alive in the 2024 Euros. Up next for Michal Probierz’s side is Austria, who were defeated by France 1-0.

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Robert Lewandowski is reported by Yahoo Sports to be replacing Buksa up top, and Karol Swiderski could be sliding into the lineup, making his case with a strong cameo off the bench. Jakub Moder could also get the nod to start in midfield.

Robert Lewandowski of Poland

With the return of the Barcelona striker, Poland’s chances improve a great deal in the final two games left for the team in group play.

Predicted Poland XI: Szczesny; Bendarek, Dawidowicz, Kiwior; Frankowski, Moder, Romanczuk, Zielinski, Zalewski; Swiderski, Lewandowski

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Predicted Austria XI: Pentz; Posch, Danso, Wober, Mwene; Seiwald, Laimer; Wimmer, Sabitzer, Baumgartner; Gregoritsch

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