About Lechia Gdańsk

Lechia Gdańsk is a Polish football club based in Gdańsk, founded in 1945 by Polish settlers who moved to the city after World War II. Many of its founders originally came from Lwów and were supporters of the historic Lechia Lwów, which strongly influenced the club’s identity and traditions. The name “Lechia” is a poetic term for Poland, reflecting national heritage and continuity with earlier football traditions. The club quickly became an important part of the rebuilding of sport in post-war Gdańsk.

For much of its history, Lechia Gdańsk moved between divisions, spending long periods in the second and third tiers of Polish football. The club achieved notable early success in the 1950s, including a high league finish, but later struggled with consistency and stability. One of its most famous achievements came in 1983, when Lechia won both the Polish Cup and the Polish Super Cup, earning a place in European competition and gaining national recognition. The club also became known for dramatic cup runs and passionate supporters.

In the modern era, Lechia experienced both major setbacks and strong comebacks. After financial and organizational difficulties in the early 2000s, the club restarted from lower divisions and quickly climbed back to the Ekstraklasa. In recent years, it has won the Polish Cup and Super Cup again and finished high in the league, including a third-place finish in the top division. Despite ups and downs, Lechia remains one of the most important clubs in northern Poland with a strong fan base and modern stadium.