Robert Lewandowski has made history by becoming the third player to reach 100 goals in the UEFA Champions League, joining Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi in this elite club. The Barcelona striker achieved this milestone during a 3-0 victory against French side Brest, where he scored twice.
The triumph propelled Barcelona to second place in the standings with 12 points from five matches, just one point behind leaders Inter Milan. Brest, on the other hand, fell to ninth position with 10 points. Lewandowski opened the scoring in the 10th minute after being fouled by goalkeeper Marco Bizot, converting a penalty that marked his 100th goal in the prestigious tournament.
After struggling in recent LaLiga matches, Barcelona displayed dominance throughout the game, creating 19 attempts to score while limiting Brest to none on target. Dani Olmo doubled the lead with a superb individual effort, and Lewandowski capped off the victory with a precise finish in injury time, benefiting from an assist by Alejandro Balde.
Speaking after the match, Lewandowski expressed his happiness with reaching 101 Champions League goals, emphasizing the significance of the achievement. He acknowledged Barcelona’s ups and downs in LaLiga but remained optimistic about their future games, promising that the team is focused on winning every matchup.
At 36, Lewandowski has shown impressive form this season, netting 22 goals in 19 appearances across all competitions, leading the Champions League with seven goals in five matches and topping LaLiga with 15 goals and two assists in 14 games.
Lewandowski’s Champions League journey began with Borussia Dortmund in October 2011, and he went on to score 17 goals with them before excelling at Bayern Munich, where he accumulated 69 goals in 78 games. Despite his accomplishments, he remains behind Messi’s 129 goals and Ronaldo’s record of 140.
Looking ahead, Barcelona faces a busy schedule, playing three LaLiga matches against Las Palmas, Mallorca, and Real Betis, before a key Champions League clash with Borussia Dortmund on December 11.
This monumental achievement for Lewandowski illuminates his consistent excellence and highlights the enduring legacy of goal-scoring in football, inspiring fans and players alike. His determination and skill demonstrate that even at an advanced stage in his career, he continues to strive for greatness and contribute significantly to his team’s success.