Poland will aim to secure their first win of the Euro 2024 tournament when they face Austria in a crucial Group D encounter at the Olympiastadion in Berlin, Germany on Friday. The Polish team will be buoyed by the return of their star striker, Robert Lewandowski, who has recovered from a biceps injury sustained during a warm-up match against Turkey.
Lewandowski’s absence from the opening match against the Netherlands was a major blow for Poland, but his inclusion on the bench against Austria is a testament to his rapid recovery. The Barcelona forward is expected to be fit to start the crucial match against France four days later, adding further firepower to the Polish attack.
Despite Lewandowski’s injury concerns, Poland managed to secure a 2-1 victory against the Netherlands in their opening match. However, their performance was far from convincing, and they will need to improve significantly if they want to progress to the knockout stages.
Austria, meanwhile, are looking to make an impact in the tournament after a disappointing performance in the last edition. They drew 1-1 with Sweden in their opening match, and will be keen to secure a positive result against Poland.
The match promises to be a fascinating encounter, with both teams needing a win to boost their chances of qualifying for the knockout rounds. The return of Lewandowski gives Poland a significant advantage, but Austria will be confident of causing an upset.
