Poland's head coach Michal Probierz explained why he decided to strip striker Robert Lewandowski of the captain's armband.

Robert Lewandowski says he will no longer play for Poland while Michał Probierz remains head coach. The 36-year-old Poland captain has played a record 158 games for his country and is the leading scorer with 85 goals.

Barcelona star Robert Lewandowski has gone public with his version of events leading to what could be a premature retirement from international duty. After Poland manager Michal Probierz decided to