As the La Liga season heats up, Robert Lewandowski continues to prove why he’s one of the best strikers in the world. With 34 goals in 37 appearances this season, the 36-year-old Polish star is showing no signs of slowing down. His impressive form has caught the attention of Portuguese media, who are warning Benfica Lisbon to be on high alert ahead of their Champions League clash with FC Barcelona.
Record, a Portuguese sports newspaper, highlighted Lewandowski as a major threat, stating that he’s a „danger that needs to be neutralized.” The publication noted that Benfica has been a favorite opponent of Lewandowski, who has scored an impressive nine goals against the Portuguese team. This is more than he has scored against any other team in the Champions League.
Mundo Deportivo, another Portuguese sports newspaper, echoed similar sentiments, pointing out that Lewandowski has an impressive record against Benfica. In seven matches against the Portuguese team, Lewandowski has scored in five of them, winning six and drawing one.
Lewandowski’s recent form has been nothing short of phenomenal. He has already scored 34 goals this season, and his strike rate is one of the highest in the league. His ability to find the back of the net has been crucial for FC Barcelona, who are looking to win their first Champions League title since 2020.
The Polish striker’s success is not limited to La Liga. In the Champions League, Lewandowski has been a consistent goal-scorer, with nine goals in the competition this season. His most recent goal against Benfica came on January 21, when FC Barcelona won 5:4 in a thrilling encounter.
As Benfica prepares to face FC Barcelona in the Champions League, they know they’ll have to find a way to stop Lewandowski. The Polish striker has been in top form, and his ability to score goals out of nowhere has made him a nightmare for opposing defenders.
According to UEFA statistics, Lewandowski has scored 86 goals in the Champions League, making him one of the top scorers in the competition’s history. His goal-scoring record is a testament to his hard work and dedication, and he shows no signs of slowing down.
As the Champions League knockout stage heats up, all eyes will be on Lewandowski to see if he can continue his goal-scoring streak. One thing is certain – he’ll be a major threat to Benfica’s chances of advancing to the next round.
Key Statistics:
* 34 goals in 37 appearances this season
* 9 goals against Benfica in the Champions League
* 86 goals in the Champions League, making him one of the top scorers in the competition’s history
* 5 goals in his last 5 appearances against Benfica
* 6 wins and 1 draw in 7 matches against Benfica
What’s Next:
FC Barcelona takes on Benfica Lisbon on Wednesday at 21:00 CET. The match promises to be a thrilling encounter, with Lewandowski looking to add to his goal tally. Will Benfica be able to stop the Polish goal-scoring machine? Only time will tell.