Germany reunion lifts Poland's spirits
Saturday, December 12, 2015
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Robert Lewandowski is anticipating giving his Bayern team-mates a run for their money after Poland were pooled with Germany, as well as Ukraine and Northern Ireland, in Group C.
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A game against neighbours Germany – who they also met in qualifying – is the stand-out fixture for a Poland side determined to make it through a challenging Group C.
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Adam Nawałka, Poland coach
We knew that there was nothing we could do about the draw, so that's why we are so calm. Our group should be regarded as a strong one. These are top teams, like Germany, one of the best sides in the world in recent years, and obviously the world champions.
Northern Ireland and Ukraine are also good teams, and still developing. They are playing better and better football. So no doubt every game will be a challenge for us. Our aim is always to make it to the knockout stage.
Robert Lewandowski, Poland forward
It's a good draw. We will give Ukraine, Northern Ireland and, of course, Germany a good fight as we aim to reach the next round.