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Poland famously draws 1-1 with England at Wembley in torrential rain, eliminating the hosts and qualifying for the 1974 World Cup.
Led by Grzegorz Lato (Golden Boot winner), Poland achieves a historic third place, defeating tournament favorites Brazil 1-0.
| Year | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1938 | First World Cup appearance. | first appearance |
| 1974 | Finished third at the World Cup in West Germany, defeating Brazil in the third-place match. | notable performance |
| 1982 | Finished third at the World Cup in Spain, defeating France in the third-place match. | notable performance |
| 2002 | Returned to the World Cup after a 16-year drought. | notable performance |
| 2022 | Advanced to the World Cup Round of 16 for the first time since 1986. | notable performance |
Polish fans, 'Biało-Czerwoni' (White and Red), are known for their massive presence, creating a highly patriotic and electric atmosphere, often using flares and loud, choreographed support.
"Polska, Biało-Czerwoni!"
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Extremely passionate and fiery. The support is relentless, reflecting a deep sense of national identity tied to the team's history.
Poland has finished third in the World Cup twice, in 1974 and 1982.
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