Boniek: Lech Poznań must become champion – 'In another
Zbigniew Boniek calls Lech Poznań the top favorite for the Polish title, but strongly criticizes the performance in Europe. In the Ekstraklasa, Lech is at the top under Niels Frederiksen; internationally it continues to be disappointing.
Boniek: Lech Poznań must become champion – 'In another
According to Sport.
Background
Lech Poznań, led by coach Niels Frederiksen, has proven itself as a dominant force in the Ekstraklasa. The recent win over Korona Kielce shows their potential, but criticism of their European performance highlights the need for improvement on that front. The club is determined to achieve both national and international success.
Why this matters
Zbigniew Boniek has named Lech Poznań as top favorite for the Ekstraklasa title, underscoring the high expectations for the team. Despite their strong performances in domestic competition, European results remain disappointing, raising questions about the team's consistency at the top level. The contrasts between their national and international performances can impact team dynamics and players' confidence.
Key points
- Bonique: Lech Poznań must become champion – 'In another.
- Zbigniew Boniek calls Lech Poznań the top favorite for the Polish title, but strongly criticizes the performance in Europe.
- To będzie mistrz Polski. Boniek mówi wprost. "Inna półka" - Sport.pl.
Zbigniew Boniek, former international and former president of Poland, is crystal clear about the title race in the Ekstraklasa: according to him, Lech Poznań is the logical top favorite. Speaking to Roman Kołtoń on the Prawda Futbolu channel, Boniek emphasized that Lech is “from a different category in terms of human potential” than its competitors in Poland. At the same time, there was strong criticism of the European performances of the Poznań team.
That contrast is unmistakable this season. In the European tournaments, Lech disappoints: after three match days in the Europa League, there is only one point on the counter, with two heavy 0-4 defeats in the first matches. Earlier in the summer, things went wrong in the preliminary rounds of the Champions League in the return against AGF Aarhus, an elimination that was described as painful in Poland. Boniek believes that Lech lacks intensity and resilience against top opponents on that stage.
Domestically, the picture is very different. In the Ekstraklasa, Lech is highly ranked under trainer Niels Frederiksen. The recent weekend was telling, in which a convincing 6-1 win over Korona Kielce immediately followed a 0-4 draw against Bayer Leverkusen. This underlines the dominance with which Lech regularly wins competitions in its own country. With an overdue game in their pocket, the team is also fully engaged in the race for the top position.
Boniek left little room for doubt. “Who should be champion in Poland if it is not Lech?” he asked rhetorically. At the same time, he warned that the difference in level between the national competition and Europe seems too big for Lech: being good against Korona or other lower-rated opponents is one thing, but the story is different against clubs of Champions League or Europa League quality such as Red Star Belgrade or Leverkusen. He even mentioned an individual example to illustrate the volatilitymeaning, raising the bar for the top of the selection.
In his broader outline of the Polish title race, Boniek praised Jagiellonia for the club's rise in recent seasons and noted that Legia Warsaw had 'unsubscribed' from the title race last year - with the caveat that Legia could potentially join again this season. However, according to him, one constant remains: in terms of quality and breadth, Lech Poznań would have the best credentials to take the scale.
For Lech, the challenge now lies on two fronts. Domestically, the current form must be maintained to shake off the competition. Internationally, Boniek says, it requires more personal leadership, intensity and tactical discipline in order not to fall into painful defeats again as soon as the opponent is of a higher level. Only when that step is taken can Lech translate its status as Polish title favorite into credible results abroad.
What's happening now
Lech Poznań will have to focus on improving their European campaign as they continue to challenge for the title in the Ekstraklasa. With a strong win over Korona Kielce and a chance to take the lead, the season outlook is positive. The coming matches will be crucial to maintain the momentum and fulfill Boniek's expectations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the result of the match Lech Poznań vs Korona Kielce?
Lech Poznań won 6-1 against Korona Kielce.
How does this victory affect the standings in the Ekstraklasa?
Lech Poznań remains highly ranked in the Ekstraklasa and is fully in the race for the top position.
What does Zbigniew Boniek say about Lech Poznań in the title race?
Boniek considers Lech Poznań as the logical top favorite for the championship.
When will Lech Poznań play its next match?
The specific date of the next match is not mentioned in the article.
What is the current situation of Lech Poznań in European competitions?
Lech Poznań has only one point after three matchdays in the Europa League and has achieved disappointing results.
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