Ivo Rodrigues Returns as Motor Lublin Head to Camp

6 July 2026 Poland Radar 0 Comments

Ivo Rodrigues returns to training as Motor Lublin travel to Sochocin with a 26-player squad and new staff ahead of a friendly against Polonia Warszawa.

Ivo Rodrigues returns to the pitch as Motor Lublin have left for a summer camp in Sochocin with a 26-player squad. The team will remain there until July 16 and will face first-league Polonia Warszawa in a friendly on July 11.

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Ivo Rodrigues returns

The Portuguese midfielder proved crucial last season. However, he missed early sessions because his partner gave birth. Consequently, the club granted him extra leave. Moreover, the club had already triggered his automatic extension. Therefore, his contract remains active after he met the required minutes last season. In addition, his return boosts Motor’s midfield depth ahead of the new campaign.

Squad composition and squad news

Coach Mariusz Misiura took 26 players to Sochocin. He included experienced signings and many young talents. For instance, new arrivals include Bartosz Bereszyński, Mateusz Łęgowski and goalkeeper Mihai Popa. Meanwhile, the club promoted youth from its second team. Moreover, Motor officially dissolved its reserves that played in the Macron IV liga. Consequently, more young players moved into the first-team environment. Also, the club revealed that Krystian Brzozowski, Marcel Złomańczuk and Konrad Kraska signed new two-year deals. Therefore, the coach can evaluate both youth and experience during the camp.

New staff and training aims

Misiura added two staff members to his backroom team. First, Zbigniew Dąbek will run the team’s strength and conditioning. Second, Bartłomiej Jabłoński joins as the analyst. Both previously worked at Wisła Płock. In addition, Misiura also worked at Wisła Płock before joining Motor. Consequently, the staff share prior experience and a working rapport. The camp will focus on fitness, set plays and tactical cohesion. Moreover, the July 11 friendly will offer a clear test against higher-level opposition.

What the camp means for fans and the club

For fans, the camp signals preparation and ambition. Moreover, the presence of a key player like Rodrigues reassures supporters. For the city, a stable squad helps local sponsors and community projects. Therefore, local businesses may benefit from matchday spending and media attention. In addition, the club’s decisions matter for player careers and transfer market movement.

💡 GOOD TO KNOW: If you follow Polish football as an expat, note that clubs often extend contracts automatically when players hit appearance clauses. Also, preseason camps determine squad pecking order and ticket plans. Consequently, check club websites for friendly tickets and fan registrations. Moreover, remember how Polish administration works for newcomers (for example ZUS is the social insurance office, NFZ is the public health insurer, and PESEL is the national ID number). Therefore, bring ID and register for club newsletters to secure updates.

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