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(INTERVIEW) Leon Flach: From Texas to Poland — The Rise of Jagiellonia Białystok’s Midfield Engine
Leon Flach, the Texan-German midfielder who is currently shining in Poland, has big dreams for Jagiellonia Białystok. After playing in the 2. Bundesliga and MLS, the player says that the Polish team has everything it takes to make history... even reaching the Champions League.
Leon Flach’s story is unlike any other. Born in Texas, raised in Germany, and now shining in Poland with Jagiellonia Białystok, the midfielder talks about his roots, his time in the MLS with Philadelphia Union, and his ambitions to bring the Pride of Podlasie to the Champions League.
In this exclusive interview with Przegląd Sportowy, Flach opens up about adapting to life in Poland, working with coach Adrian Siemieniec, and what makes Jagiellonia’s locker room one of the most united in Europe.
He also shares stories from his days in St. Pauli, the lessons learned under Jim Curtin, and the friendships he’s built with players like Jesús Imaz, Taras Romańczuk, and Oskar Pietuszewski.
Flach’s message is clear: Jagiellonia is building something special, and he wants to be part of history.












