The veteran striker chose not to join Michal Probierz for the international internship in June, due to a demanding club season.
Lewandowski made this decision in consultation with ProBierz, but the 36 -year -old was faced with a certain negativity.
Poland won a 2-0 friendly match against Moldova in the absence of Lewandowski, but it will miss the trip to Finland on June 10 for qualifications for the FIFA 2026 World Cup.
As part of an early qualification for the next summer tournament, Poland won two qualification games in March, Lewandowski scoring the goal of home victory against Lithuania.
Why is Lewandowski absent for Poland?
Lewandowski confirmed that his first invitation was made after discussing the medical teams of Poland and Barcelona.
“Due to the circumstances and intensity of the season in the club, the coach and I decided by mutual agreement that I would not participate in the training course of the Polish national team in June.”
While he is celebrating his 37th birthday in August, this decision was considered judicious, but disagreements arose in Poland and Lewandowski reiterated his position.
“I don't need to explain why I made this decision. Was it the right one? At the time, I decided so. I think guys will manage without me “He told TVP Sport, via Marca.
“I called coach Probierz to speak to him frankly. I told him that I did not feel well, neither physically nor mentally. I was in a difficult period and I thought that going to the training course would not help me reach the level he wanted.
“I know that I will no longer have a lot of opportunities to play in seasons like this, to win the Champions League. Not everyone is obliged to agree with my decision, but it must be respected. »»
Robert Lewandowski's 2024/25 season in figures
27 goals in 34 Liga games have been his best total in three seasons in Barcelona since his arrival in 2022/23.
A total of 42 goals is also its best total in Catalonia, including 11 during the defeat of Barcelona in the semi-finals of UEFA Champions League.
