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“Better than Mbappe”: Lewandowski receives high praise after reaching 99 UCL goals
- Red-hot Barcelona hitman Robert Lewandowski continued his rich scoring form this season with a brace against Crvena Zvezda
- His double helped La Blaugrana seal a thumping 5-2 win over the Serbian giants, stretching their winning streak to six games
- Meanwhile, the 36-year-old, who is nearing 100 Champions League goals, received endless praise from fans for his performance
Robert Lewandowski has garnered widespread acclaim for his remarkable display in Barcelona’s recent UEFA Champions League triumph over Crvena Zvezda.
The Polish striker was unstoppable, netting twice in the 5-2 dismantling of the Serbian side on Wednesday night.
Lewandowski strikes twice as Barcelona thump Crvena
In classic poacher fashion, Lewandowski opened his account by capitalising on a rebound from Raphinha’s shot, which had rattled off the post.
According to Barca Blaugranes, the goal, coming just before the break, doubled Barcelona’s advantage.
Despite missing a few other promising chances, Lewandowski made no mistake when Jules Kounde delivered a pinpoint cross, allowing him to slot home his second of the night.
Raphinha, whose relentless pressing and dribbling added a dynamic edge to the Catalans’ attack, also found the back of the net before making way for a substitution.
With his brace, Lewandowski has now tallied an impressive 99 Champions League goals, per Fabrizio Romano, trailing only Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in the all-time scoring charts.
Fans sing Lewandowski’s praises
His stellar performance ignited a wave of admiration on social media, with fans quick to laud his enduring quality and prolific nature.
TUKO.co.ke compiled some of the notable reactions:
@_FaridKhan asserted:
“Better than Mbappe.”
@Miss_Jasmine_1 extolled:
“Best striker in the world right now… no one comes close.”
@ChanceDaMayor remarked:
“Lewandowski setting his own records. Better than Mbappe.”
@scolaridaniels celebrated:
“Best striker super, man warrior.”
@Gemedia_ wrapped up the sentiment, simply stating:
“He is him.”
Lewandowski’s performance reminds fans that, even at 36, his instinct in front of goal remains as sharp as ever, proving crucial to Barcelona’s ambitions on Europe’s grandest stage.
Lewandowski equals Messi’s La Liga record
A previous report by TUKO.co.ke highlighted that Robert Lewandowski continues to display remarkable scoring consistency, keeping pace with Lionel Messi’s records.
After scoring against Valladolid, Lewandowski reached four goals in his first four league matches, a milestone last achieved by Messi.
Lewandowski chooses between Messi and Ronaldo
In a related report, TUKO.co.ke noted that Robert Lewandowski offered a unique perspective on the enduring Messi-Ronaldo debate.
Despite fans keeping the rivalry alive as both stars approach the end of their careers, Lewandowski avoided choosing between them.
Instead, in 2021, he playfully suggested himself as the best.
Super Eagles playmaker, Alex Iwobi, has admitted they are waiting to see if the team would still play at the 2026 World Cup.
The Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, is optimistic of a potential lifeline from FIFA, after it submitted a petition against the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Iwobi was asked by SuperSport if he would rather lift the AFCON 2025 trophy or qualify for the World Cup?
The 29-year-old, who played at the 2018 of the World Cup, replied: “I mean we’re still waiting, well hopefully we can go to the World Cup, but I feel it’s a tough one.
“It’s a tough one because winning AFCON is like… It’s a great legacy, it’s a great thing to have like in your career, a memorable moment.
“But then at the same time, because I’ve been to the World Cup already, a lot of the players haven’t been. They would like to say ‘I want to go to the World Cup,’ so I can’t be selfish and say win the AFCON and for my teammates to not go to the World Cup. So it’s a tough one. I don’t know. I don’t know.”
Politics
PRESIDENT TINUBU CONDOLES WITH SAMUEL CHUKWUEZE OF THE SUPER EAGLES ON THE PASSING OF HIS MOTHER
President Bola Tinubu sends his condolences
to Super Eagles forward Samuel Chukwueze on the passing of his mother.
The President also extends his sympathies to the family and friends of Mrs Sarah Chukwueze, who passed away on Thursday.
President Tinubu mourns with the Chukwueze family and encourages them to find solace in the memory and legacy of their late matriarch.
“The passing of Mrs Chukwueze, the mother of one of our bright football stars, just a few days after the passing of Super Eagles’ captain Wilfred Ndidi’s father, is deeply saddening.
I mourn with them, and I am with them in prayers during this difficult time,” the President says.
President Tinubu prays that God Almighty will grant the departed eternal rest.
Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information and Strategy)
Arsenal’s starting XI to face Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday evening has been unveiled.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta opted to start Gabriel Jesus ahead of Viktor Gyokeres to lead the Gunners’ attack against the Red Devils.
This comes after Jesus scored a brace against Inter Milan in the Champions League in midweek.
The Brazilian will be assisted by Bukayo Saka and Leandro on the wings.
In midfield, Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard return to join Martin Zubimendi.
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