Robert Lewandowski achieved a remarkable milestone by scoring his 100th Champions League goal, making him only the third player in history to reach this milestone alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. Playing for Barcelona, Lewandowski tallied two goals in the team’s impressive 3-0 win against French side Brest. This victory elevated Barcelona to second place in the standings with 12 points, closely trailing Inter Milan.
Lewandowski opened the scoring in the 10th minute after being fouled by goalkeeper Marco Bizot, successfully converting a penalty to reach the century mark in Champions League goals. His performance was instrumental in ending Barcelona’s recent LaLiga struggles, which included two games without a win. The team dominated the match, generating 19 attempts on goal while limiting Brest to no shots on target. Dani Olmo added a second goal with a brilliant solo effort before Lewandowski sealed the win late in added time.
In a post-match interview, Lewandowski expressed his pride in reaching 101 Champions League goals, stating, “I’m very happy, very happy. 101 goals in the Champions League is a great number.” He emphasized the need for patience as the team aims to improve their current league form, reinforcing their goal of winning every match moving forward.
At 36, Lewandowski is having a stellar season, netting 22 goals in 19 appearances across all competitions, making him the leading scorer in the Champions League this season and in LaLiga. Since joining Barcelona, he has made a significant impact, building on previous successes with Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich. Despite his achievements, Lewandowski still aims to surpass Messi’s record of 129 Champions League goals and continues to inspire hope among fans as he focuses on helping his team achieve further success.
Looking ahead, Barcelona faces a packed schedule in LaLiga, playing against Las Palmas, Mallorca, and Real Betis before a crucial Champions League match against Borussia Dortmund on December 11. Lewandowski’s contributions will undoubtedly be critical in these upcoming challenges, as he seeks to further cement his legacy in European football.