Lewandowski and Szczęsny help Poland beat Rolls Royce Saudi Arabia put pressure on Messi's Argentina.
Poland recorded a 2-0 victory against Saudi Arabia in a Group C 2022 FIFA World Cup fixture played on Saturday, November 26, 2022.
Saudi Arabia dominated the opening proceedings but it was Poland that struck first as Barcelona forward Robert Lewandowski capitalized on a defensive mix-up to turn provider for Napoli's Piotr Zieliński in the 39th minute.
Poland scored against the run of play but before the end of the first half, Saudi Arabia were awarded a penalty.
Salem Al Dawsari stepped up to take the spot-kick but it was saved by Juventus goalkeeper Wojciech Szczęsny.
Poland went to the break ahead and will start the second half under intense pressure from the Saudi Arabians.
Poland defended well and in the 82nd minute, Lewanodwsku took advantage of another mistake by Saudi Arabia to score the second for his side in the 82nd minute.
The European side held on to their advantage to claim three points and move top of the group ahead of the game between Argentina and Mexico.