Toni Golem to temporarily lead Śląsk Wrocław against Piast Gliwice

Śląsk Wrocław have confirmed that assistant coach Toni Golem will lead the first team in their next league fixture against Piast Gliwice. This appointment follows the departure of head coach Ante Simundza from the club. Rafał Grodzicki also left his position at the organization shortly after Simundza's exit, marking a significant transition within the coaching structure.

The squad is currently preparing for the Saturday encounter under the supervision of Golem alongside the remaining members of the coaching staff. Despite taking immediate responsibility for the upcoming game, current indications suggest that Golem is not expected to serve as head coach beyond this single match. The club appears to view this arrangement as a temporary solution rather than a long-term appointment.

Club officials plan to utilize the upcoming international break, which begins immediately after the 14th round of league fixtures, to conduct a search for a permanent successor to Simundza. This scheduled pause in domestic competition provides the administration with time to evaluate candidates without the immediate pressure of weekly matches. While Golem could theoretically earn a longer tenure through performance during this interim period, the stated intention is to secure a definitive replacement during the break.

Golem has been part of the Śląsk Wrocław setup since December 2024, having previously developed his coaching career in Croatia and Slovenia. His prior experience as a head coach has been limited to clubs significantly smaller than the Wrocław side. Before transitioning to coaching, Golem had a playing career in Poland that began in 2006 with Górnik Łęczna. He subsequently played for Ruch Chorzów, accumulating 42 total appearances in the Ekstraklasa during his time as a professional footballer in the country.