Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski recently discussed the club’s chances in the UEFA Champions League during an interview with Brazilian legend Romário on the latter’s YouTube channel. The Polish forward offered a measured perspective on the team’s European aspirations, emphasizing the need for a step-by-step approach in a competition he considers exceptionally demanding.
The Demands of Europe
Lewandowski, speaking ahead of the second leg of the round of 16 tie against Newcastle United – a match that ended in a 0-0 draw in the first leg – stressed that winning the Champions League is never a simple task. “Winning the Champions League, of course, is not easy, even if you think you are in good form and the team is good, there are still many matches,” he explained, acknowledging the long road ahead starting with overcoming the Magpies at Camp Nou.
For the Polish attacker, serious discussion of a title challenge should only begin when the team reaches the later stages of the tournament, mirroring their experience last season. “I think People can talk about winning the Champions League if we are playing the semifinal, due to the fact that before that it doesn’t make sense,” he stated.
Lewandowski also highlighted the unpredictable nature of football, noting that a single match can dramatically alter a club’s trajectory. “In football, many things can happen, a week can change a lot,” he underscored.
Avoiding Injuries, Key to Success
the forward insisted that Barcelona’s primary objective should be maintaining a high level of performance throughout the season and focusing on each tie as it comes. “We are trying to keep our level high until the end of the season,” he said.
The Barcelona goalscorer also pointed out that avoiding injuries during the crucial phase of the season will be a key factor. “I hope we don’t have many injuries and that in the most important part of the season we can all be on the pitch,” especially given the team’s recent injury concerns, as reported by Sport.
Lewandowski concluded that success in competitions like the Champions League requires not only a strong start but also peaking at the right moment. “In football, it is also important to be in the right moment, in the right position and with a good level of performance,” he asserted.
A Recent Dip in Form
Lewandowski has not been at his sharpest since arriving at Barcelona in 2022. The 35-year-traditional, who regained his starting position in the first leg against Newcastle, didn’t showcase his best form against the physicality of the English center-backs and their relentless pressing. He managed only one shot on goal – the team’s only attempt of the night – a forced effort during Barcelona’s best attacking move.
The Polish international was substituted in the 70th minute, adding another match without finding the net this month. Lewandowski missed the second leg of the Copa del Rey semifinal against Atlético Madrid due to an orbital fracture and hasn’t looked fully fit since. As Sport reported, Lewandowski has scored 11 goals in La Liga after matchday 27, exactly half the 22 he had at the same point last season.
Perhaps more concerningly, in the Champions League – the trophy Barcelona covets – he has only scored 2 goals compared to the 9 he had at this stage last season. In the last month of competition, in which the Polish striker has participated in six (three as a starter) of the seven matches played by the club, he has only scored once, following Lamine Yamal’s hat-trick against Villarreal to seal the victory.
According to records from Transfermarkt, Lewandowski has consistently been a prolific goalscorer throughout his career, winning numerous titles with Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich, and currently Barcelona. He currently has 125 appearances and 80 goals for Barcelona as of March 7, 2026.
Robert Lewandowski, born August 21, 1988, currently captains the Poland national team and is widely regarded as one of the greatest strikers of all time. He ranks third for all-time top goalscorers in the UEFA Champions League with 107 goals, behind only Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, as noted on UEFA.com. He has scored over 700 senior career goals for club and country.
Barcelona will need a fully fit and firing Lewandowski if they are to progress past Newcastle United and mount a serious challenge for the Champions League title. The second leg at Camp Nou promises to be a crucial encounter, with the outcome potentially shaping the remainder of their season.
The next challenge for Barcelona is their La Liga match against Atlético Madrid on March 17th, a fixture that will test their title credentials. Fans can follow updates and official news on the club’s website and social media channels.
