Tag: Robert Lewandowski

15Nov By Silver Emmanuel3 Comments

LALIGA

football today: Lewandowski talks on Barca future

The future of Robert Lewandowski at FC Barcelona has become a major topic of speculation in recent weeks. After all, the 37-year-old superstar striker is out of contract at the club in June and there have been no talks of an extension. It has even sparked rumours of a January departure or possible retirement at the end of the season – both of which have been dismissed by his agent, Pini Zahavi. Now, in an interview with TVP Sport (h/t Mundo Deportivo), Lewandowski has acknowledged that, at 37, his career is entering its final chapters and that he will make a decision on his next move soon. The striker, who has scored 108 goals since joining Barcelona in 2022, explained that he is thinking things through calmly and is in no hurry. “I’m calm. I don’t know where I’ll be or what...

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10Nov By Silver Emmanuel4 Comments

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barcelona football club news

Lewandowski hat-trick lifts Barcelona over Celta Robert Lewandowski hit a hat-trick to help Barcelona beat Celta Vigo 4-2 on Sunday in La Liga and cut Real Madrid's lead down to three points. The veteran Polish striker's treble helped Hansi Flick's side capitalise on Madrid's 0-0 draw earlier on at Rayo Vallecano. Teenager Lamine Yamal also scored for Barca in another gripping game produced by the champions' attacking approach, and Marcus Rashford produced two more assists. Frenkie de Jong was sent off late on for Barca for two yellow cards but by then the champions had secured their victory. Flick insisted Barcelona would not change their style despite some recent struggles, including a 3-3 draw with Club Brugge in the Champions League on Wednesday, and it led to a wild first half. The ch...

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7Nov By Silver Emmanuel6 Comments

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la liga today: AC Milan eye January move for Barca star

Barcelona star Robert Lewandowski has made his way onto the transfer radar of Italian giants AC Milan ahead of the January transfer window. This comes amid an ongoing search on the part of the Rossoneri for a proven goalscorer. According to SportItalia (as cited by Diario Sport), the board at San Siro have already gone as far as to make contact with Lewandowski’s agent, Pini Zahavi. As much came with a view to gathering information on the feasibility of a mid-season transfer. Lewandowski, however, has made clear that his priority remains Barcelona, with the Pole happy to see out his contract terms before finding a new home next summer. Milan are expected to remain informed when it comes to Lewandowski’s plans for next season, too, having not ruled out the possibility of brin...

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18Oct By Silver Emmanuel6 Comments

LALIGA

barcelona soccer: attackers left out for Girona clash

Robert Lewandowski FC Barcelona prepares for its La Liga match against Girona this Saturday with a significantly depleted attack. Key offensive players - including Ferran Torres, Robert Lewandowski, Dani Olmo, and Raphinha - will miss the game due to injuries and recent international duties, forcing Hansi Flick to rethink his attacking options. This absence affects four of the five top scorers from last season, leaving the Catalan side to find new ways to generate goals. Marcus Rashford emerges as the most reliable option in the front line. The English forward has already scored three goals and provided four assists this season, making him the team’s most productive offensive contributor. Rashford also ranks high in goal efficiency, surpassing his xG by 1.2, while Fer...

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15Oct By Silver Emmanuel4 Comments

LALIGA

Barcelona not happy with Lewandowski injury

Robert Lewandowski Barcelona are reportedly not happy with Robert Lewandowski after seeing the striker sidelined through injury and set to miss some crucial fixtures, including El Clasico. Lewandowski has returned from international duty with Poland and been diganosed with a muscle tear, with the latest reports suggesting he will miss around four weeks. A new report from Marca claims that Barcelona are really frustrated with the situation and feel that Lewandowski could have handled things much better. The striker apparently felt some discomfort in the first half of Poland’s game, in the same muscle he had injured earlier this season, but did not ask to be replaced. A bandage was applied at half-time and Lewandowski soldiered on and ended up playing the entire 90 minutes, sc...

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3Aug By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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‘He will be a substitute’ – Lewandowski told to leave Barca for Saudi Arabia

Robert Lewandowski Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski has been warned his time at the Catalan giants is up and it’s time to head to Saudi Arabia. Clubs in the Middle East are believed to be keen on Lewandowski, although it’s thought he won’t move this summer. Poland legend Jan Tomaszewski has had his say on the issue and explained why Lewandowski should leave Camp Nou. “Robert should finish his time at Barcelona right now and go to a ‘lighter’ club in Saudi Arabia, as the best players in the world have done, except Messi,” he told Super Express. “Let’s face it, this is the end. Robert is not very popular in the team, and the best players in Barcelona don’t pass the ball to him“He stood firm. Of course, he has every right to stay. But he must realise that next season he wil...

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21Jun By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Barcelona star to move to Saudi Arabia in 2026

Robert Lewandowski and his wife, Anna Lewandowska, celebrate their league championship victory at the end of the match between FC Barcelona and Villarreal CF, corresponding to week 37 of LaLiga EA Sports, played at the Olympic Stadium Lluis Companys in Barcelona, Spain, on May 18, 2025. (Photo by Joan Valls/Urbanandsport/NurPhoto via Getty Images) A headline member of the attacking ranks at La Liga giants Barcelona is all set to take his talents to the Middle East in the summer of 2026. That’s according to Diario Sport, who point towards Robert Lewandowski as the player in question. Veteran frontman Lewandowski, as things stand, is due to see his contract terms with Barcelona expire in 12 months’ time. With the Pole set to turn 38 years of age not long after, the widespread ass...

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26May By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Spanish champs Barcelona end season in style

BILBAO, SPAIN - MAY 25: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates with his teammates after scoring his team's second goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Athletic Club and FC Barcelona at Estadio de San Mames on May 25, 2025 in Bilbao, Spain. Barcelona have capped their title-winning campaign with a 3-0 victory at Athletic Bilbao, with Robert Lewandowski scoring twice but falling short of catching Kylian Mbappe as the Spanish league's top scorer for the season. Lewandowski found the net in the 14th and 17th minutes in Bilbao to finish the season with 27 goals, four fewer than Frenchman Mbappe, who scored twice in Real Madrid's 2-0 win against Real Sociedad on Saturday. Poland international Lewandowski hadn't scored since April 9 in a Champions League match against Boruss...

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8May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Barcelona face major dilemma over superstar ahead of El Clasico vs Real Madrid

Robert Lewandowski centre-forward of Barcelona and Poland during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Semi Final Second Leg match between FC Internazionale Milano and FC Barcelona at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on May 6, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images) There is a bit of anxiety and uncertainty in the Barcelona camp as they approach the May 11 Clasico against Real Madrid. It will be a decisive game for the Catalans, knowing that another victory over their arch-rivals could help them almost seal the league title. However, coach Hansi Flick is encountering many challenges heading into this contest, especially after Barcelona’s defeat to Inter Milan in midweek.While morale has been hit, Barcelona may also face problems with fitness, particul...

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29Apr By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Barcelona duo completely ruled out for crucial clash against Inter

Alejandro Balde left-back of Barcelona and Spain during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Quarter Final First Leg match between FC Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on April 9, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. According to a report from Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona will have to cope without Alejandro Balde and Robert Lewandowski for the UEFA Champions League first-leg tie against Inter Milan this week. After the intense Copa del Rey clash against Real Madrid, which went into extra time, it is understandable that some players might still be feeling the effects of the gruelling 120 minutes on the pitch. It must be noted that there were plenty of hard tackles during that match, and a few players picked up knocks. However, as things stand, no one else apart from Bal...

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10Apr By Silver Emmanuel7 Comments

Champions League

Lewandowski leads rout as Barca beats Dortmund in first leg

BARCELONA, SPAIN - APRIL 09: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona shoots whilst under pressure from Felix Nmecha of Borussia Dortmund during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Quarter Final First Leg match between FC Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on April 09, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. Barcelona thumped visiting Borussia Dortmund 4-0 in their Champions League quarterfinal first leg on Wednesday after Robert Lewandowski scored twice against his former club to earn the Catalans a sizeable lead ahead of next week's return visit to Germany. Undefeated since late December, treble-chasing Barca predictably dominated the opening stages and grabbed the lead with Raphinha's strike in the 25th minute. A string of saves from Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel frustra...

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31Mar By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Lewandowski hits two as Barcelona move three points clear of champions Madrid

BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 30: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates after scoring his team's third goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Girona FC at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on March 30, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. Robert Lewandowski scored twice as Barcelona re-established a three-point lead at the top of La Liga with a comfortable victory over Girona at the Olympic Stadium. Ladislav Krejci’s own goal had given the hosts a deserved first-half lead against their Catalan rivals, who threatened to cause a shock when Arnaut Danjuma levelled against the run of play early in the second half. However, Poland forward Lewandowski put Hansi Flick’s side back ahead just after the hour mark with an improvised finish, and he then scored his 25th league goal of...

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9Mar By Silver Emmanuel4 Comments

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Robert Lewandowski’s agent confirms Barcelona future

Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona looks on during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 first leg match between SL Benfica and FC Barcelona in Lisbon, Portugal, on March 5, 2025. The agent of Barcelona star Robert Lewandowski has this weekend provided an update on his client’s future with the club. Frontman Lewandowski has of course continued to play a leading role for Barcelona across the season to date. All told, in 38 appearances across all competitions, the Polish international has racked up a hugely impressive haul of 34 goals, and three assists. And yet, despite such stellar numbers, many of a Blaugrana persuasion continue to point towards Lewandowski as a player in need of replacing. Owing to his age and all-round centre-forward play, it has been suggested that Hansi Fl...

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26Oct By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Barcelona announce squad for Real Madrid clash in La Liga

Robert Lewandowski does not celebrate his goal during the match between FC Barcelona and FC Bayern Munich, corresponding to week 3 of the League Stage of the UEFA Champions League, played at the Lluis Companys Stadium in Barcelona, Spain, on October 23, 2024. Following their crushing victory over Bayern Munich, FC Barcelona have another blockbuster tie awaiting them as they are set to face Real Madrid in their upcoming La Liga game at Santiago Bernabéu. The Blaugranes were able to exact some revenge over the Bavarians, who had beaten Barcelona several times over the last few years. Now, they will be looking to do the same by dealing a defeat to the Merengues, who are coming into this game having won the last four El Clasicos. For this purpose, Hansi Flick will have quite a strong squad av...

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21Oct By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

BUNDESLIGA

Harry Kane ready for ‘special’ Robert Lewandowski clash

Harry Kane of Bayern Munich celebrates scoring his team's third goal and completing his hattrick during the Bundesliga match between FC Bayern München and VfB Stuttgart at Allianz Arena on October 19, 2024 in Munich, Germany. Harry Kane is ready for a Bayern Munich UEFA Champions League showdown with Barcelona. The Bavarians land in Catalonia on October 23, to face off with former boss Hansi Flick, in high-stakes European battle. The Bundesliga giants are looking to bounce back in their Champions League campaign, after an opening 9-2 win over Dinamo Zagreb, followed by a 1-0 loss at Aston Villa. Kane has geared up for his trip to Catalonia in ruthless style with a hat trick in the 4-0 weekend Bundesliga win over VfB Stuttgart. That continues the England captain’s strong start to the 202...

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11Oct By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Lewandowski praises Ronaldo for maintaining top form at 39

Polish star striker Robert Lewandowski has praised Cristiano Ronaldo for maintaining the passion and desire for football at 39 years old and being an inspiration to many. "I fully acknowledge what Cristiano Ronaldo has accomplished throughout his career and how he's made history with his records. That will be etched in football forever," Lewandowski told beIN SPORTS. "At almost 40, he still has an incredible hunger to win," he added. On Oct. 12, Lewandowski with Poland will play Ronaldo's Portugal at Warsaw in the Nations League. According to the Polish striker, if Ronaldo no longer showed anger or passion on the pitch, he would have said goodbye to top-level football. "He clearly still has the desire, and he looks physically in very good shape, which shows that the path he chose was succe...

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9Oct By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

LALIGA

Lamine Yamal tips €15m Barcelona teammate to win Pichichi

FC Barcelona have had an excellent start to life under Hansi Flick. The German coach has revitalized the team and made them play a brand of football that is exciting. After a couple of seasons of pragmatism under Xavi, this feels like a breath of fresh air. Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates after scoring a goal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 match between FC Barcelona and BSC Young Boys at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys in Barcelona, Spain, on October 2, 2024. (Photo by Gongora/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Flick has managed to recapture the best of Robert Lewandowski, the 36-year-old Polish striker. He now has 12 goals from 11 games across all competitions, which puts him ahead of Manchester City star Erling Haaland on the European level. Lewandowski has been ...

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6Oct By Silver Emmanuel3 Comments

LALIGA

First-half hat trick for Lewandowski as Barcelona top ahead of international break

Robert Lewandowski continued his impressive start to the season on Sunday, scoring a 25-minute hat trick as Barcelona beat Alaves 3-0 and went into the international break top of the Spanish league. Lewandowski scored in the seventh, 22nd and 32nd minutes to take his league tally to 10 goals in nine matches. He has a total of 12 goals in 11 games in all competitions, and has scored eight times in his last five matches. The Poland striker was coming off a brace in Barcelona's 5-0 rout of Young Boys in the Champions League on Tuesday. "We played a very good match from the first minute," Lewandowski said. "When you score three goals in the first half, it gives you the ability to be a lot more in control in the second." The victory moved Barcelona three points back in front of Real Madrid ahea...

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26Sep By Silver Emmanuel4 Comments

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Hansi Flick discuss goalkeepers, Ansu Fati, Robert Lewandowski and Getafe after Barcelona win

Barcelona boss Hansi Flick was a happy man after seeing his team beat Getafe 1-0 on Wednesday to maintain their perfect start to the Liga season. BARCELONA, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 25: Robert Lewandowski salutes Hansi Flick, head coach of FC Barcelona during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Getafe CF at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on September 25, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Pedro Salado/Getty Images) The Catalans had to work hard against a typically tough Getafe side, with Robert Lewandowski the match-winner for the hosts.Here are the best bits from Flick’s post-match presser:Flick on potentially signing a goalkeeperI’m only talking about the players I have, and Inaki is our goalkeeper. I’m happy today. We have three more points. Inaki is 25 years old an...

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23Sep By Silver Emmanuel4 Comments

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Barcelona beat Villarreal 5-1 with the help of Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha

Forwards Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha both scored twice to help Barcelona thrash hosts Villarreal 5-1 on Sunday as the visitors maintained their perfect start in La Liga with a sixth consecutive victory. Lewandowski found the net twice inside 35 minutes before Villarreal pulled a quick one back through Ayoze Perez but Pablo Torre made it 3-1 after the break and Raphinha completed the rout for Barca with two goals late in the second half. On Saturday, Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti said he was delighted with his side’s play and resiliency in their clash against Espanyol, fighting back to win 4-1 after falling behind due to a rare blunder by their goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois. Ancelotti praised his players’ poise under pressure as they dominated proceedings, earning a win thanks to go...

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