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6d ago

Lewandowski Injury Threatens Barcelona’s Quadruple Pursuit

The striker is confirmed out of the Copa del Rey final and is doubtful for the Champions League semi-final after suffering a thigh injury.

Soccer Football - LaLiga - FC Barcelona v Celta Vigo - Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, Barcelona, Spain - April 19, 2025 FC Barcelona's Robert Lewandowski reacts after sustaining an injury REUTERS/Albert Gea
Soccer Football - LaLiga - FC Barcelona v Celta Vigo - Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, Barcelona, Spain - April 19, 2025 FC Barcelona's Robert Lewandowski reacts after sustaining an injury REUTERS/Albert Gea
Barcelona's Polish forward Robert Lewandowski went off hurt against Celta Vigo on Saturday
Barcelona's Polish forward Robert Lewandowski leaves the pitch injured against Celta Vigo

Overview

  • Robert Lewandowski has been diagnosed with a semitendinosus muscle injury in his left thigh, confirmed by Barcelona on Sunday.
  • The injury rules him out of the Copa del Rey final against Real Madrid on April 27 and casts doubt on his availability for the Champions League semi-final first leg against Inter Milan on April 30.
  • Barcelona’s medical team estimates a two-to-three-week recovery period, with his return tentatively targeted for mid-May.
  • Lewandowski’s absence is a significant blow to Barcelona’s hopes of completing a historic quadruple, as he has scored 40 goals across all competitions this season.
  • Coach Hansi Flick is exploring tactical adjustments, including using Ferran Torres or Dani Olmo in alternative roles to compensate for Lewandowski’s absence.