LECHIA GDAŃSK
history in a nutshell
In August of that year, the Sports Club of the Port Reconstruction Bureau, later renamed Lechia, was established in Gdansk. From the beginning, the club adopted the white and green colors.
Lechia became a finalist in the Polish Cup.
In the 1950s. Lechia was one of the top teams in Poland, winning 3. place in the premier league in 1956.
This year Lechia won the Polish Senior Junior Championship.
This year Lechia won the Polish Cup and Polish Super Cup trophies, beating Piast Gliwice in the Polish Cup final and Lech Poznan in the Polish Super Cup.
This included Lechia winning the Polish Junior Championship.
Lechia's juniors have once again won the Polish Junior Championship.
For the third time in its history, Lechia wins the Polish Junior Championship.
Since the beginning of the 21st century, Lechia has steadily advanced in the competition, and rejoined the Premier League in 2008.
This year, the fourth Polish Junior Championship went to Lechia's account. It was also the year of Euro 2012, when Lechia's matches were moved to a new stadium in Gdansk.
Lechia took 3rd. place in the Ekstraklasa in the 2018/19 season, also winning the Polish Cup and Polish Super Cup.
Lechia has again become a Polish Cup Finalist.
Lechia wins the competition 1. League and returns to the Ekstraklasa after a year's break.
HERITAGE AND TRADITION
Representatives
Our club is the best of the best. Among those taking to the field in Lechia's colors were. Polish representatives, participants in the World Championships, European Championships, as well as Olympic medalists in various disciplines.
Our Supporters
For years we have enjoyed the unwavering support of fans who are with us for better or worse. It is with them that we celebrate successes and face failures together.
CREST OF THE GREEN AND WHITE
Origins and evolution of the coat of arms
Lechia Gdansk’s coat of arms has evolved along with our history. In a form similar to the current one, it has been in operation since 1946. Its original version was described in national football periodicals as “a graphic-letter composition with a dominant triangular pennant motif.” This unique piece, perched on a spar and pointing with the tip to the right, has become a recognizable symbol of Lechia over time.
Return to roots and legal protection
In 2001, with the rebirth of the club, we returned to our roots, restoring the historic coat of arms, which closely resembles the original from the post-war period. A three-year patent procedure that provided legal protection for the Lechia Gdansk coat of arms and name ended in 2010. In practice, this means that any use of the coat of arms (original or even a close approximation) or the name requires the club’s approval, which is an important step in protecting Lechia’s identity and heritage.
Modifications and transformations
Over the years, the coat of arms has undergone various modifications, often related to temporary changes in the club’s name by the authorities of the time, for example, to Budowlany Klub Sportowy Lechia Gdańsk, FC Lechia and Lechia-Polonia.
European trademark registration
Another significant step in the history of the coat of arms was the registration of the Lechia Gdansk coat of arms and the “LG” mark as a European trademark. This took place on October 24, 2016, further strengthening the position of Lechia’s coat of arms in the international arena.
A symbol of pride and tradition
Today, Lechia Gdansk’s coat of arms is not only a sports symbol, but also a pride and tradition for many fans scattered around the world. Its history and evolution reflect the club’s rich past while being an important part of its future.
IN LECHIA WE HELP - PASS IT ON!
Lechia Gdańsk Foundation
We are deeply involved in the social life of our region. Pomerania is our pride, and caring for the well-being of its people is our mission. Established in May 2017. The Lechia Gdansk Foundation is our way of doing real corporate social responsibility (CSR).
We believe that our role goes far beyond the pitch – we are part of the great history of Gdansk and closely connected to the local community. Our activities are based on four pillars: Brotherhood, Aid, Education and Sports.
We support the young
Our main goal is to support the proper development of children and young people by promoting a healthy lifestyle.
We act charitably
We engage in activities for the disadvantaged, helping them to improve their quality of life.
We cooperate with the Pomerania to Children Foundation
It is our key partner in children's activities, including support for the children's hospice.
HOW CAN YOU HELP?
You too can become part of something bigger by making a donation to: 53 1090 1098 0000 0001 3368 4797. Check out the details of support for the Pomerania Children’s Foundation – private aid and aid as a company.
LECHIA GDAŃSK SA
Contact
Lechia Gdańsk SA
80-560 Gdansk, ul. Pokoleń Lechii Gdańsk 1
NIP: 957-101-51-23
Stadium Gdansk, ul. Pokoleń Lechii Gdańsk 1
www.lechia.pl
+48 58 76 88 403
LECHIA GDAŃSK SA with its registered office in Gdańsk, ul. Pokoleń Lechii Gdańsk 1; 80-560 Gdańsk, entered in the Register of Entrepreneurs of the National Court Register kept by the District Court Gdańsk- North in Gdańsk, VII Economic Department of the National Court Register, under the KRS number 0000325053, NIP 957-101-51-23, with the share capital of PLN 40,500,000 paid in full.
CLUB AUTHORITIES
Management
- Paolo Urfer, CEO
- Yazan M. S. Saoudi, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors
- Jakub Chodorowski, Board Member
Supervisory Board
- Peter George Kalwitzki, Member of the Supervisory Board
- Dariusz Krawczyk, Member of the Supervisory Board
- Juliusz Paracki, Member of the Supervisory Board
- Georg Festetics, Member of the Supervisory Board
