Barcelona vs Borussia Dortmund: Champions League Quarterfinal Preview
As FC Barcelona gear up for the decisive second leg of their UEFA Champions League quarterfinal against Borussia Dortmund, all attention is on their veteran frontman. Lewandowski’s consistency and elite mentality have been central to Barcelona’s European push this season.
Barcelona travel to Germany with a commanding 4–0 lead, following a dominant performance in the first leg at the Camp Nou. Lewandowski was instrumental, netting twice and terrorizing the Dortmund defense.
Injury Concerns for Lewandowski
However, during the final training session before the return leg, Lewandowski was seen clutching his thigh, raising concerns about his fitness. Barcelona’s medical staff were quick to assess the situation, but uncertainty remains regarding his availability.
If he’s sidelined, Hansi Flick may rely on Ferran Torres, Raphinha, and teenage sensation Lamine Yamal to lead the attack.
Hansi Flick Compares Lewandowski to Cristiano Ronaldo
In his pre-match press conference, coach Hansi Flick made a bold statement: he compared Lewandowski’s professionalism and fitness to that of Cristiano Ronaldo.
“When you play at this level at this age… it comes down to his fitness and the care he takes. Like Cristiano Ronaldo, he’s built for longevity. He’s incredibly professional, manages every aspect of his game, and delivers consistently,” said Flick.
One Goal Away from 100 for FC Barcelona
Lewandowski currently sits at 99 goals in 141 matches for Barcelona. A single strike against Dortmund would bring up a century, and doing so in Germany—where he made his name with Borussia Dortmund and later Bayern Munich—would be a fitting milestone.
A Legendary Narrative in the Making
There’s poetry in Lewandowski’s story: a veteran returning to Germany, on the verge of his 100th goal for a European giant, aiming to lead a young Barcelona team into the UEFA Champions League semifinals. It’s the kind of storyline that makes football magical.