Janusz Kupcewicz passed away.
According to the website “Interia”, the world of Polish football plunged into mourning. All due to the departure of Janusz Kupcewicz, the former Polish representative. This sad information was provided by Zbigniew Boniek.
Janusz Kupcewicz is dead
Zbigniew Boniek informed about the death of Janusz Kupcewicz on social media. The former president of the Polish Football Association described the deceased as “one of the best Polish quarterback”. Boniek added that just a few days ago he saw Kupcewicz, because together they celebrated the 40th anniversary of winning a medal at the World Championships in Spain.
Dostałem wiadomość o śmierci Janusza Kupcewicza. Jednego z najlepszych polskich rozgrywających. Kilka dni temu razem obchodziliśmy 40 lecie medalu MŚ w Hiszpanii. Niesamowite. R.I.P. pic.twitter.com/Ybm6rTrej5
— Zbigniew Boniek (@BoniekZibi) July 4, 2022
Janusz Kupcewicz died at the age of 66. In his achievements, the footballer played a total of 20 matches for the Polish national team. During them, he scored five goals. Fans will remember him primarily for his excellent performance in the World Championships in Spain, held in 1982. Polish footballers managed to win a bronze puck during that time.
It was Janusz Kupcewicz who scored the goal that ensured Poland's victory over France. The result of 3: 2 meant that the Poles won the bronze.
In his achievements, Janusz Kupcewicz also had the Polish Cup with Arka Gdynia, as well as the championship with the team of Lech Poznań. In the period from 2001 to 2003 he was a consultant for the Arka Gdańsk team. He also led the national team in futsal.
Later he tried his hand at Polityka. He was associated both with the Civic Platform and the Polish People's Party.
To the family, relatives and friends of Janusz Kupcewicz, we sincerely express our sympathy.
