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Łukasz Piszczek, a celebrated former defender with Borussia Dortmund, has begun his career as a head coach, taking the helm of a yet-unnamed club as of November 13, 2025.The appointment marks a meaningful transition for the Polish football icon, celebrated for his decade-long tenure at Dortmund and 66 appearances for the Polish national team.
Piszczek’s move into coaching follows an illustrious playing career defined by consistent success. During his 11 years with Borussia Dortmund, he amassed 382 appearances, contributing 19 goals and 49 assists. He was a key member of two Bundesliga championship-winning teams and celebrated three German Cup victories. Piszczek also experienced the pinnacle of European competition,reaching the 2013 UEFA Champions League final with Dortmund,where they were defeated 2-1 by Bayern Munich.
The former right-back earned 66 caps and scored three goals while representing Poland internationally. His transition to coaching signals a new chapter for Piszczek, leveraging his extensive experience and tactical understanding of the game. Details regarding his new club and coaching staff are expected to be released in the coming days.
