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After a long pause, the journey continues. Let's dwell on the past first. Season 2027/2028 – Europe Despite early struggles, this was our best European performance so far – the home loss to Besiktas was the only one we suffered during the entire League Phase. The draw was kind and we crushed Fehervar for the second time this season, but then suffered a close loss to Braga. Still, reaching the Round of 16 was quite an achievement. 18 coeff points for Lechia and 10 points for Poland haven't moved our nation upwards in the rankings – I'm certain this is the last season Ekstaklasa delegates only 1 team to CL.

It just doesn't end today.

So it goes...

After taking some rest, I'm ready to run towards my fate. This summer was rather uneventful for our squad – with only two changes in the starting 11 – both in defensive 4. Franjic and Mario both left for Saudi for 5M and 1.9M respectively. The planned addition was Vitaly Klymenko from the Serbian League. To be fair, I was hesitant about him because of the jumping reach but he has already managed to score 3 headers. Then, after selling Mario, I had to find another defender. I grew tired of my scheme and decided to try an Inverted Full-Back on the right. Please welcome David Brekalo. Almost 3M for 28 y.o. defender is not magnificent, but we gotta spend to stay on top (back then I was hopeful about UCL...). Doing fairly well on the pitch. Lech, Legia, and Pogon were defeated, with Repka starring in the last game. Unfortunately, the fans aren't hooked up yet, Lechia is still the lowest by far in season tickets sold. Let's see what a home battle against Sevilla will bring. Despite all the disappointment, we managed to get 8.5M in prize money already, and now it's time to sell some home tickets too! Dariusz Pomorski is no Sam Altman, but the band loves him too!

At least our young talent will get some experience... I‘ll try hard to stop ranting, but this might be the most difficult draw I could imagine.

Okay, this got extremely unenjoyable fast. Missed many chances at home, got a pen for a handball in a corner. Another corner cost us the first appearance in UCL. 2 shots on target in 2 games and we‘re out, tough to swallow tbh after two penalty losses in the past.

27/07/2027 28/07/2027 'He feels that Dinamo's squad is stronger than ours'

Our own academy product, Repka, put himself on the map with 3+1 against Rakow! A bright future awaits us!

Record breakers of 2026/2027!

Back on top!

Oh wow! Looks like there would be no race this spring since over the span of 6 games our lead jumped from 3 to 16 points! Perhaps, all of the energy went to competing on a European stage. By far the best Polish season in recent memory!

We are doing great in the league! Several late goals gave us the wins we craved so much last season, Janis Antiste is the hero (he also leads all the goalscorers with 11). I feel the squad has more talent by a significant margin now, the summer additions of Franjic and Amiri certainly played a part. Our transfer balance is weird tho... I look forward to bringing Lukas Nielsen, he has a 3.9M clause which we just activated. Racing to the title now! Bye!

Yeah, Poland is a very nice country to manage in indeed. I'm excited by having practically no restrictions when choosing the squad. Also, it seems there would be an intense battle at the top every season, this time I have a very clear top-6 and the rest.

Thanks! It's by DALLE3 of OpenAI (R.I.P.)

We are rolling!

It took Sevilla making me an offer for 10x salary to convince the board to upgrade the junior coaching for the first time!

I promise to return with another letter to the fans when Lechia reaches the next significant milestone. For the time being, I'll do quick updates. The 2026/2027 season might have been tremendous for Polish clubs in Europe – with all 4 teams reaching the league phases if not for one unfortunate penalty shootout. Of course, it was us. Legia (the 2025/26 champion and cup winner) and Pogon will play in EL, whereas Lech will try to repeat their glory in UCL. Despite my failure, Poland can move up in the rankings even more. The league is going well so far. I feel this season with no midweek matches in Europe will go far better for us. With the results regressing to less impressive, our financial position is as strong as ever. What made it possible was the record transfer window. First of all, with the outgoing transfers of Mena and Selmani, we have beaten the returns of the Vanja Milinkovic-Savic transfer. The influx of income allowed us to start paying for incoming transfers. Well, not yet – most of the deals were arranged as loans with the option to buy the players next summer (because 17 y.o. refused to discuss permanent deals at the time). The notable additions are Robert Musial, who already made 55 appearances for Jagellonia in the league. Lukasz Skiba from Pogon will be an excellent wing addition alongside Repka, our youth academy star. This year I will be able to focus on developing the next generation of Polish talent. Hopefully, we will bounce back to make some noise in the Champions League (qualifier :)) next year. In the meantime, more outgoing transfers might happen since we don't need as much depth as I anticipated in July. Despite our newly-found financial stability, the board refuses to invest in junior coaching and youth recruitment – they rejected me 10 times by now. We will improve the senior facilities by January the 4th time in 2 years though. P.S. A funny note – last season I declined several interviews with top-league sides such as Eintracht and Ajax. Now, in spite of my 17 determination, the game considers me as UNAMBITIOUS. More motivation to prove everyone wrong!

Thanks to Lech's appearance in the Conference League 1/4 and our honest contribution, Poland has risen to 20th place in the rankings!

Until it didn't

Everything went well...

Dear White-and-Green Faithful, As the frost of winter thaws, our hearts beat with the fire of anticipation for the battles ahead. Our journey in Europe was a valiant one; we stood tall against Olympiakos, with Selmani’s heroics etching a memorable chapter in our club’s history. Though we bowed out with heads held high, the spirit of our campaign is etched in the echoes of our cheers and the pride of our colors. Domestically, the winds have shifted favorably as our sails catch the gusts of resurgence. Late goals that once robbed us of victories are now the harbingers of triumph. Our derby win in Szczecin has fortified our stance, catapulting us into a position of strength with 12 crucial games remaining. The talismanic form of Masca, our striking spearhead, demands a chorus of ovations. Let his name ring out in every corner of Gdańsk as we rally behind his prolific prowess. Together, we are unstoppable. Together, we are Lechia.

Dear Lechia Faithful, As the knockout stages loom and the floodlights of Stadion Gdańsk await our clash with Olympiakos, it's time to look back at our European journey thus far – a testament to our determination and the unwavering support that echoes from the terraces. Our Europa League campaign began with resolve, clinching a hard-fought victory over Derry City. This resolve was tested in the challenges that followed. Each match, from the loss to Union Berlin to the Strasbourg game that slipped away in the final minutes, has honed our tenacity. Victory against Neftçi on home soil displayed our capability to dominate, but the night that will be etched in our memories is the remarkable triumph over FC Midtjylland. That encounter wasn't just about securing points; it was a statement of our spirit and our intent on the European stage. Our journey has been a collective effort. As some players seek new horizons, we've ensured that their departure serves the long-term vision of Lechia. The ongoing negotiations with Juventus over Camilo Mena are a stride towards that future. And as we forge ahead, our record revenue from the Lazio match is a clear indicator of the rising faith in our quest. As we now stand at the edge of a new challenge, your support is more crucial than ever. It's your voices that fortify our players, your passion that fuels our ambitions. Let's rally behind the team as they step onto the pitch against Olympiakos, ready to carve out another chapter in our storied European campaign. Your presence is our strength, your belief our armor. Together, for the nights that resonate with the tales of victory, we march forward. For the Green and White, for Gdańsk, for the legacy that we build with every game. United we march, #LechiaEurope #StrengthInUnity 💚🤍 P.S. Lech has been doing well in the Conference League too, so we are on the rise!

Lechia Supporters, The season's kickoff was a stark reminder of football's unpredictability. We faced a harsh lesson against Lech in the SuperCup, coming up against a team in peak form. In the league, late dramatic goals by Rakow and Radomiak snatched victories right at the death, leaving us to ponder what might have been. Our European journey was nothing short of a rollercoaster. In Bulgaria against Ludogorets, we dug deep to secure a draw with a five-man defense that held firm. The return leg was heart-stopping; despite falling behind, super-sub Masca emerged as an unlikely hero, sending us into extra time. Then, football showed its cruel side – Selmani, our stalwart keeper, broke an ARM, forcing us to navigate the tense final moments and the penalty shootout with a man down and a defender between the posts. The shootout was agonizingly close, but ultimately, it ended our Champions League aspirations, redirecting us to the Europa League. As we adjust to the absence of Selmani, the squad's character is being tested. The Pogoń match was a tough pill, with long-range strikes undoing our hard work. But we've bounced back, refusing to let setbacks define our season. We now sit ninth, but with the spirit and determination that runs through this club, we're poised to climb higher. On a brighter note, it's a landmark year for Polish football in Europe, with both us and Lech set to grace the European stage, a testament to the progress of the nation's footballing prowess. Our fans have been nothing short of remarkable. Despite selling the fewest season tickets, the passion and support have translated into significant revenue growth, with home games this season already surpassing the entire previous season's earnings. We're not just playing for points; we're playing for pride and the chance to make our mark in the Europa League. Together, we stand united, ready to rise to the challenge and bring the success our fans so richly deserve. Here's to making history, to fighting for every ball, and to a season where we defy the odds. Together, for Lechia. #WhiteGreenArmy 🤍💚