Kazimierz Kmiecik, born on September nineteenth, nineteen fifty-one, is a distinguished Polish former professional footballer and coach. He is best known for his remarkable tenure at Wisła Kraków, where he made a significant impact by playing three hundred and four league matches and scoring one hundred and fifty-three goals. This impressive record establishes him as the club's all-time leading goalscorer, a title that cements his legacy in the hearts of fans.
In addition to his success at Wisła Kraków, Kmiecik also had a notable stint with AEL from nineteen eighty-two to nineteen eighty-five. During his time there, he played a pivotal role in securing the first Greek cup in the club's history in nineteen eighty-five, earning him legendary status among AEL supporters.
On the international stage, Kmiecik represented the Poland national team, earning thirty-five caps and scoring eight goals. His contributions were instrumental in Poland's success at major tournaments, including a gold medal at the nineteen seventy-two Summer Olympics, a bronze medal at the nineteen seventy-four FIFA World Cup, and a silver medal at the nineteen seventy-six Summer Olympics.
After his playing career, Kmiecik transitioned into coaching, taking on the managerial role at Wisła Kraków multiple times, including temporary positions. Most recently, on February fourteenth, twenty-two, he was appointed as an assistant coach at Wisła, coinciding with Jerzy Brzęczek's announcement as the head manager.