Lewandowski joins a club reserved for Champions League legends

Robert Lewandowski once again proved why his name belongs among the greatest players in European football history. The Barcelona striker was on target against Slavia Prague, reaching a milestone achieved by only a handful of footballing icons in the UEFA Champions League.

That goal not only opened his account for the current European campaign but also pushed him past 20 Champions League goals for Barcelona, adding to the 69 he previously scored with Bayern Munich. With that, Lewandowski becomes just the fourth player to score 20+ Champions League goals for two different clubs, joining Cristiano Ronaldo, Harry Kane and Neymar.

A milestone that places him among football’s elite

The magnitude of the achievement speaks for itself. Cristiano Ronaldo set the standard with goals for Manchester United and Real Madrid, while Harry Kane replicated the feat with Tottenham and Bayern Munich. Neymar did the same with Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain. Now, Lewandowski stands alongside them, underlining his adaptability and longevity at the very highest level.

The Polish striker also reached another remarkable benchmark: scoring in 15 consecutive Champions League campaigns. Only Cristiano (16) has done better, while Lionel Messi and Karim Benzema share the record with 18. Lewandowski’s first Champions League goal came back in 2011 with Borussia Dortmund, and he has maintained elite standards ever since.

Numbers that confirm Lewandowski’s greatness

At 37 years old, Lewandowski continues to defy time. He has now scored 114 goals in UEFA competitions, placing him third on the all-time list, behind only Messi and Cristiano. Each season adds further weight to a legacy that is already among the greatest in football history.

Under Hansi Flick, Lewandowski’s influence extends beyond goals. He provides experience in the dressing room, serving as a key reference point for a Barcelona side eager to reclaim Champions League glory after more than a decade.

An uncertain future amid continued brilliance

Despite his outstanding form, Lewandowski’s future remains unresolved. With his contract approaching its final stages, speculation continues around what comes next. A move to MLS has been widely discussed, with the prospect of sharing the league, and perhaps the spotlight with Lionel Messi, while other destinations also remain possible.

Lewandowski himself has made it clear that there is no rush to decide and that any move will depend on both the club’s vision and his own ambitions.

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