Lewandowski vs Sorloth: The Last Goal Scorers' Duel of the Year
The end of 2024 in La Liga promises intense action with the clash between FC Barcelona and Atlético de Madrid, the top two teams in the league. Beyond determining who will finish the year as leaders, the match also features a special duel: Robert Lewandowski vs. Alexander Sorloth, the two top goal scorers of the calendar year in Spanish football.
With 27 goals in 2024, the Polish striker comes in as the undisputed leader in the top scorers' list. All of his goals have been scored wearing the Barcelona jersey, solidifying his position as the offensive leader of Hansi Flick's team. On the other hand, Sorloth, with 24 goals, has split his contributions between two teams. The Norwegian scored 16 goals with Villarreal before joining Atlético de Madrid, where he has added 7 more under the guidance of Diego Simeone.
Although both players will be in the spotlight for their impressive goal tally, their involvement in the match will differ. Lewandowski will start in the attack for Barcelona, while Sorloth is expected to begin from the bench, as Simeone has recently opted for a more dynamic attacking front with Julián Álvarez and Antoine Griezmann. Nevertheless, the Norwegian could be a surprise factor in the final minutes.
With 16 goals in just 17 La Liga appearances, Lewandowski not only leads the goal scorers of the year but also the current top scorer chart in the tournament. In contrast, Sorloth remains one of Atlético's key weapons, even from the bench. His ability to score at crucial moments makes him a constant threat to the Catalans.
The match between Barcelona and Atlético will not only decide the La Liga leader before the winter break but will also put to the test two of the most effective forwards in the league. It will be an unmissable year-end showdown, with Lewandowski and Sorloth battling to reaffirm their place among Spain's top goal scorers.
