At 36 years previous, Robert Lewandowski continues to defy the chances. The Polish striker completed second within the 2024/2025 high scorer rankings amongst Europe’s high 5 leagues, netting a formidable 42 targets—only one shy of Kylian Mbappé, who’s ten years his junior. His targets have been instrumental in Barcelona’s triple crown this season: LaLiga, Copa del Rey, and Spanish Tremendous Cup.
Nonetheless, Lewandowski is real looking about time catching up with him. In an interview with Mundo Deportivo, he shared his ideas on the long run: “Sure, my age is a bit… how can I put it? I can say it like this—simply numbers. I really feel excellent bodily and mentally. After the harm, I felt slightly worse than earlier than, however that’s regular,” he stated optimistically.
He added, “With my age, I’m very pleased as a result of I do know I’m nonetheless bodily well-prepared for a full season. I can proceed to play on the highest degree for not less than another yr.”
Trying again on the season with Barça, Lewandowski acknowledged some bumps within the highway. “We had a troublesome second towards the tip of final yr, however that’s regular with such a younger staff. After we misplaced to Atlético, I stated it was higher to undergo that then, not later. From the beginning of the yr to the tip of the season, we performed very properly and received convincingly—not simply 1-0 or 2-0, however scoring loads of targets.”
He continued: “I believe it was nearly an ideal season. We received LaLiga, Copa del Rey, and the Supercopa, and made it to the Champions League semifinals—simply wanting the ultimate. However that’s soccer. We needs to be proud not solely of the titles however of how we performed. Followers noticed a staff with coronary heart, and which means so much.”
What’s subsequent after his Barcelona contract ends in 2026?
“I believe I’ve sufficient time to resolve what I need after subsequent season. I can nonetheless play at a excessive degree, like I did this yr. However there are different issues outdoors of soccer that would affect my pondering. That’s why it’s too early to decide. For now, I simply need to relaxation, then concentrate on preseason and put together properly.”
He concluded: “I’m assured I’ll be in nice form. We’ve just a few weeks to prepare. I’ve actually loved taking part in with this staff and I’m proud to be part of it.”
