Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski etched his name in Champions League history on Tuesday night, becoming only the second player to score 50 or more goals in the competition after turning 30.
Lewandowski’s 50th goal in this exclusive club follows in the footsteps of Cristiano Ronaldo, who holds the record with 68 goals.
The Polish forward achieved the milestone during Barcelona’s commanding 5-0 victory over Swiss side Young Boys at the Camp Nou.
After a disappointing opening day defeat to AS Monaco, the Blaugrana were determined to secure their first Champions League win of the campaign, and they did so in style.
Lewandowski, with Raphinha and Iñigo Martínez, found the back of the net in a first-half blitz, putting Barcelona in firm control of the match.
Lewandowski’s goal not only contributed to his team’s victory but also solidified his place among the Champions League’s elite goal scorers.
With Barcelona eyeing a deep run in the tournament, Lewandowski’s continued brilliance will be key as the Catalan giants look to build momentum in their European campaign.
[TheNation]