2026-2027 Nations League: Poland vs. Romania, Probable Lineups

Kickoff is at 8:45 p.m. for Poland vs. Romania, a match in Group 4 of League B of the 2026-2027 Nations League. Both teams are in danger of relegation after their first two matches and need to get back on track: whoever loses is taking a big risk. Poland has just one point, earned in a disappointing 0-0 home draw against Bosnia, while it suffered a heavy away loss in Sweden; Romania has fared even worse, conceding six goals in two losses against Scandinavian and Balkan opponents in its first two matches.

The linchpin of Urban’s lineup remains Robert Lewandowski, who will be supported in the attacking midfield by Skóraś, Szymański, and Kamiński. In midfield are Zielinski and Slisz. Poland hasn’t won in five official matches and needs a victory to regain confidence.

Coach Hagi also has his back against the wall: up front, he’s likely to rely on Birligea as the center forward, with Man and Hagi Jr. on either side of him. In midfield are Marin and Baluta, with Ratiu and Bancu on the wings.

Poland vs. Romania, probable lineups
Poland (4-2-3-1): Bułka; Frankowski, Potulski, Bednarek, Kiwior; Slisz, Zieliński; Skóraś, Szymański, Kamiński; Lewandowski.
Romania (3-4-3): Radu; Ghiță, Coubiș, Drăgușin; Raiu, Marin, Băluș, Bancu; Hagi, Bîrligea, Man.

Hagi is trying to look on the bright side ahead of the match against Poland: “Romania has scored in every game under my leadership, but we’ve also conceded too many goals. We’ve been working hard here over the past few days, and I hope we can do better. It’ll be a good game—we’ll see. I think we’re ready to play a competitive match and come home with the win.”