Bartosz Bereszyński is a Polish professional footballer known for his role as a right-back.
He began his senior career at Lech Poznań, where he played from 2009 to 2013.
Bereszyński made a controversial move to Legia Warsaw in 2013, earning the nickname "Judas" from rival fans.
Biography
Early Life
Bartosz Bereszyński was born in Poznań, Poland, where he began his journey in football at a young age. He honed his skills in youth teams such as TPS Winogrady Poznań, Poznaniak Poznań, Warta Poznań, and Lech Poznań, showcasing his potential as a talented defender.
Career
Bereszyński's professional career took off when he joined Lech Poznań in 2009, where he played until 2013. During his time there, he participated in the UEFA Europa League qualifying rounds, gaining valuable experience. His move to Legia Warsaw in 2013 was controversial, as he became one of the few players to switch from Lech to their fierce rivals, earning the nickname "Judas" from Lech fans. After a stint with Legia, he moved to Italy in 2017, signing with U.C. Sampdoria. In January 2023, he was loaned to Napoli, continuing to compete at a high level in Serie A.
Bereszyński has also made significant contributions to the Poland national team, debuting in 2013 and representing his country in multiple international tournaments, including the 2018 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 2020. His international experience has solidified his reputation as a reliable right-back.
Personal Life
Off the pitch, Bereszyński faced a personal challenge when he tested positive for COVID-19 in March 2020. He comes from a footballing family, as his father, Przemysław Bereszyński, is also a former professional player and current coach, which has undoubtedly influenced Bartosz's career in the sport.
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As of match played 8 May 2026
International
As of match played 17 November 2025
Born in Poznań, Bereszyński played youth football with TPS Winogrady Poznań, Poznaniak Poznań, Warta Poznań and Lech Poznań. He played senior football with Lech Poznań, Warta Poznań and Legia Warsaw. While with Lech Poznań, he played in the UEFA Europa League qualifying rounds. He was one of the very few players to have moved voluntarily from Lech to Legia, who are fierce rivals, was nicknamed "Judas" and received a violent reaction from the Lech fans. Bereszyński was sent off in the last round of the 2013–14 UEFA Europa League group stage, and was suspended for the next three European matches. He did not feature in the second round nor the first leg of the 3rd qualification round in the 2014–15 UEFA Champions League. However, as his club failed to include him in their squad registration for the second round matches, he had not finished his suspension when he came on as a sub in the 86th minute in the return leg against Celtic F.C. in the third round. Legia won the match 2–0, and 6–1 on aggregate. However, after considering the mistake, UEFA set the result to a 3–0 victory for Celtic. This made the Scottish team winners on the away goals rule. In January 2017, Bereszyński moved to Italy, signing a four-year deal with Sampdoria. On 7 January 2023, Napoli announced the signing of Bereszyński on loan with a purchase option. Following Sampdoria's relegation to Serie B at the end of the 2022–23 season, Bereszyński appeared in two games for the club before returning to top flight…
Having previously represented Poland at youth level, in the under-19, under-20, and under-21 teams, Bereszyński debuted for the senior national team against Liechtenstein on 4 June 2013. In June 2018, Bereszyński was named in Poland's squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. He was also part of Poland's squads for the UEFA Euro 2020, the 2022 FIFA World Cup and the UEFA Euro 2024.
- Club
- Legia Warsaw (2013–2017)
- Club
- Lech Poznań (2009–2013)
- Club
- Warta Poznań (2011–2012)
- Club
- Poland men's national football team (2013–)
- Club
- Poland national under-20 football team (2011–2012)
- Club
- Poland national under-21 football team (2012–)
- Club
- U.C. Sampdoria
- National team
- Poland
Personal
On 14 March 2020, Bereszyński tested positive for COVID-19, following its pandemic in Italy. His father Przemysław Bereszyński was also a professional football player and currently a professional coach.
Clubs
- Poland national under-21 football team2012current
- Poland men's national football team2013current
- U.C. Sampdoriacurrent
- Lech Poznań2009–2013
- Poland national under-20 football team2011–2012
- Warta Poznań2011–2012
- Legia Warsaw2013–2017
Played together with
Abdelhamid SabiriU.C. Sampdoria · 2022–2022
Abdelhamid SabiriU.C. Sampdoria · 2022
Adam BuksaPoland men's national football team · 2021
Adam BuksaPoland national under-21 football team · 2016–2019
Adam KokoszkaPoland men's national football team · 2006- Adam LedwońPoland men's national football team · 1993–1998
Adam MatuszczykPoland men's national football team · 2010–2013
Adam MatuszczykPoland national under-21 football team · 2009–2010
Adam MatysekPoland men's national football team · 1991–2002
Adam MusiałPoland men's national football team · 1968–1974- Adam NawałkaPoland men's national football team · 1977–1980
Adam ZreľákWarta Poznań · 2021–2024
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Bartosz Bereszyński is a Polish professional footballer who plays as a right-back for Ekstraklasa club Motor Lublin and the Poland national team.
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