Lewandowski’s Hat-Trick Sparks Barcelona Comeback Against Celta Vigo
You wouldn’t believe the night Robert Lewandowski had for Barcelona! After returning from a hamstring injury, the 37-year-old striker completely stole the show against Celta Vigo in a thrilling La Liga clash. Not only did he score a hat-trick, but he also reminded everyone why he’s still one of the most lethal forwards in football, even at his age. Barcelona secured a 4-2 win, closing the gap to La Liga leaders Real Madrid to just three points.
Lewandowski’s return to the starting eleven came after a few substitute appearances in recent games, and he wasted no time making his mark. Just 10 minutes into the match, he calmly converted a penalty, signaling that he was back in full force. He doubled his tally in the 37th minute following a precise cross from Marcus Rashford, who once again proved invaluable by providing two assists during the match. Lewandowski then completed his hat-trick in the 73rd minute with a perfectly timed header from another Rashford delivery. In total, he now has seven league goals in just four starts this season—a remarkable return given his injury struggles.
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Barcelona’s victory wasn’t just about Lewandowski, though. Teenage sensation Lamine Yamal also found the net, capitalizing on a deflected Rashford cross to give Barca a crucial lead. The team had to navigate a tricky first half, though, as Celta scored twice, including a goal from Borja Iglesias, keeping the contest competitive until halftime. But in the second half, Barcelona’s dominance became clear, with Celta forced to defend deep while Barca controlled the tempo.
Hansi Flick, Barcelona’s head coach, was clearly impressed. He described Lewandowski as “different” after his comeback, noting the striker’s positivity and confidence on the field. Flick believes that this performance could be a turning point for Lewandowski’s season, boosting both his morale and that of the team as they chase the league leaders.
This win was made even sweeter for Barcelona as Real Madrid had dropped points earlier in the day, drawing 0-0 against Rayo Vallecano. That result allowed Barca to narrow the gap at the top of La Liga, intensifying the title race. Despite some defensive hiccups and a late red card for Frenkie de Jong, Barcelona walked away with a vital three points, thanks largely to the clinical finishing of Lewandowski and the creativity of Rashford and Yamal.
Looking ahead, Lewandowski will turn his attention to international duty with Poland, while Barcelona now have a two-week break to recharge. The squad will be hoping to carry this momentum forward, as they aim to challenge Real Madrid right to the final whistle of the season. After a performance like this, one thing is clear: Lewandowski is back, and he’s as dangerous as ever.
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