On November 17, Warsaw’s Presidential Palace was illuminated with a patriotic image bearing “Do Boju Polsko” in support of the national football team ahead of the World Cup qualifier against Malta.
Illumination of the Palace in Support of Poland
The evening of November 17 saw the façade of the Presidential Palace lit with a crowned eagle and the slogan “Do Boju Polsko,” created as a show of backing for the Polish football national team before their away match against Malta.
Scope and Messaging of the Display
The projection featured the white‑red flag with the state emblem and the slogan on the palace’s front wall at Krakowskie Przedmieście, described by the President’s Office as an “occasional illumination” to support the men’s national team in the World Cup qualifiers.
Earlier Banner Conflict During the Poland–Netherlands Match
On November 14, a similar patriotic banner with the slogan “Do Boju Polsko” was not allowed to be displayed at PGE Narodowy for the Poland–Netherlands match. The ban led to tense stands, the firing of smoke grenades, and a brief interruption of the game.
Federation’s Official Stance on Illegal Conduct
After the match, the Polish Football Association issued a statement saying it “does not accept illegal conduct at the stadium” and that actions such as firing or throwing smoke grenades are unacceptable and will not be tolerated. It also noted that security authorities, in cooperation with police, make final decisions about fan entry and venue safety.
Fans’ Perspective on the Banned Banner
Fan association “To My Polacy!” involved in organising the rally claimed the banner was intended purely patriotic, with no controversial content, and that the ban was imposed for security reasons cited by authorities.
