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BOYCOTT OF RUSSIA 2018 WORLD CUP?

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A joint probe by Switzerland, the United States and France into the dealings of how Russia got the nod for the World Cup is raising dust.


The right to host the 2022 World Cup by Qatar is also being investigated, as more and more FIFA officials plead guilty to allegations of bribery and abuse of powers.

Some senators wanted to stop Russia from hosting the events two year ago and recent campaigns against corruption are forcing German MPs to ask for a boycott of the event next year.

A journalist for Gazeta Polska CodziennieMarcin Herman cited German press, reporting that there are factions of North Korean workers that are involved in the building of a stadium in the Russia capital. There are concerns about the quality, safety and moral implications. Continue reading “BOYCOTT OF RUSSIA 2018 WORLD CUP?”

Lewandowski is pushing Poland to the top of group E

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Robert Lewandowski is by far the more well-known player in the Poland national team as he is a regular starter in Bayern Munich and widely considered to be the as most talented footballer that has emerged from Poland in the past decade.


The 28 year old player is the captain of Poland and he has been scoring goals at a consistent basis not only for Bayern Munich but for his national squad as well. It’s because of this that Robert Lewandowski was recently named as the best Polish footballer of 2016 for the past 6 years in a row.

Poland are currently at the top spot of Group E as the head coach Adam Nawalka and his squad have collected 10 points from their 4 opening qualification matches. From these games, Poland scored 10 goals and Lewandowski was the man that netted 7 of those goals. Continue reading “Lewandowski is pushing Poland to the top of group E”

LEWANDOWSKI EXTENDS BAYERN STAY

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Robert Lewandowski has extended his contract with German champions Bayern Munich, according to reports.


The Poland international finally signed an extension that will tie him down until 2021.

The 28-year old Bundesliga striker joined Bayern from Borussia Dortmund in 2014. Since his move, Lewandowski has netted a whopping 86 times in 122 games. This season he had scored 19 already, making him one of the most lethal strikers in the game at the moment.

“I am very happy that the negotiations were successful. It means I will stay at Bayern for a few more years,” the Polish star said.

Lewandowski has been instrumental to the Bundesliga titles so far – aside three successive semi final finish in the Champions League. The German giant are bidding for their record five straight victories this season. They are currently sitting atop the league and are favourites to lift the title again despite the change in coach. Continue reading “LEWANDOWSKI EXTENDS BAYERN STAY”

Lewandowski Ready to Sign New Contract

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Robert Lewandowski is reportedly close to signing a new contract with Bayern Munich.


The Polish international is regarded as one of the top centre forwards in world football. Signed by Pep Guardiola, he continues to play an integral role in the team. Lewandowski still has a contract with Bayern Munich until the summer of 2019. However, Bayern Munich are thought to be concerned about the increasing transfer rumours linking Lewandowski with a move to Manchester City. It will reunite the forward with Guardiola, as he looks to increase his forward options at the new club.

As a result, Bayern Munich are ready to offer a new contract to the player who is already one of the highest earners at the club. Lewandowski came to Bayern on a free transfer from Borussia Dortmund and he has already won the Bundesliga twice. One of the biggest regrets for the Polish striker so far would be his inability to win the Champions League. Continue reading “Lewandowski Ready to Sign New Contract”