Escola Varsovia may lose fields on Żeranie

15 June 2026 Poland Radar 0 Comments

Escola Varsovia fields face sale as lease ends June 30; academy warns it may lose pitches amid talks with Polonia Warszawa.

Escola Varsovia fields face uncertainty as the lease for the sports site on Fleming Street expires on June 30, 2026. Consequently, the academy has called a protest outside the Prime Minister’s Office on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

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What happened and who is involved

The dispute centers on the plot at Aleksandra Fleminga 2 in Warsaw. Moreover, Polfa Tarchomin owns the land and it currently leases the site to the academy. However, the company now holds talks with Polonia Warszawa and its owner, Grégoire Nitot. Therefore, Escola Varsovia warns it could lose access to the pitches and facilities that it built since 2013. In addition, the academy says its investments total about PLN 13.1 million, while the land value stands near PLN 6.1 million.

Threat to Escola Varsovia fields

Escola Varsovia says officials in the Ministry of State Assets discussed a proposal to use pre-emption rights to let the academy buy the parcel. However, the sale has not happened. Consequently, Polfa may sell to another buyer who might buy everything – land and infrastructure. Moreover, the academy insists it will pay for the land. However, the club argues that it should not pay twice for the pitches and buildings that it already constructed with community support.

Why this matters to residents and expats

The academy trains about one thousand children daily. Therefore, closure or takeover would affect many families and local youth. Moreover, the facility serves as more than training grounds. It functions as a community hub where parents, coaches and clubs meet. In addition, Warsaw councillors from different political backgrounds back the academy. Consequently, the protest aims to pressure national authorities to find a solution before June 30.

Sports fans also weigh in. For example, Legia Warsaw supporters have expressed solidarity. However, Polonia sees the site as a potential training base. Therefore, the outcome could shift local club dynamics and youth pathways in Warsaw football.

💡 GOOD TO KNOW: If you plan to attend the protest, note that demonstrations in Poland often proceed in central city areas. Moreover, you should carry ID. In Poland, the national ID numbers (PESEL) and services like social insurance (ZUS) or public health care (NFZ) affect long-term residency and healthcare access. Therefore, expats should check their registration status and local information. In addition, avoid taking part if you lack the right to stay, and follow police instructions at events.

The march will start at 16:30 by Aleje Ujazdowskie 6, near Kawiarni Rozdroże. Moreover, demonstrators will march toward the Prime Minister’s Office at Al. Ujazdowskie 1/3. Therefore, expect disruption in the area on Tuesday afternoon.

At present, three issues remain unresolved. First, will Polfa sell the land to Escola Varsovia. Second, will talks with Polonia end with an offer. Third, what will happen to the sports infrastructure that the academy built. Consequently, without an agreement before June 30, the site’s future will stay uncertain.

Parents, coaches and young players will join the protest to press for a solution. Moreover, the event signals how property, sport and local politics intersect in Warsaw.

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