When Barcelona fans broke out in the celebration after an astonishing 4-3 comeback victory over Celta Vigo, a much more worrying image played silently on Montjuic. Robert Lewandowski, the club’s talisman and top score, hobted off the pitch in the 77th minute and held on the back of his left thighsThrow a heavy shadow over what should have been a triumphant evening for the Catalans.
The dramatic victory, covered by Raphinha’s 98th minute penaltyHelped Barcelona to expand its leadership at the top of La Liga. But the joy of stretching the advantage over Real Madrid to Seven points was quickly tempered by a feeling of fear. With two of the club’s most critical matches during the season Rapidly approaching – it Copa del Rey Final against Real Madrid and UEFA Champions League Semifinal Showdown with Inter—Lewandowski’s sudden outcome could not have come in a worse time.
The moment of concern developed during the second half. With Barcelona chasing the game, Lewandowski suddenly dropped to the peat, waved and handed to his left hamstring. Moment later he signaled for a substitution. The midfielder Gavi came in place, but the injury may already have been done.
This concept of injury puts a tooth in what has otherwise been a phenomenal season for Lewandowski. With 40 goals in 48 performances in all competitionsincluding 11 in the Champions LeagueHe has led the line with the same hunger and finesse that made him a legend in Bayern Munich. His leadership and finishing have been crucial to a Barcelona page that chases what can still be a historical quadruple.
What did Hansi girl say?
Barcelona -Chief Hansi Flick held his card near the chest after the last whistle. Spoken to Dazn Spainhe said gently: “Lewandowski will have an MRI morning. We have to wait for the results. Then we know more about his injury.“ During the press conference after the match, girls repeated their measured posture: “From my experience we wait until tomorrow and see what happens.”
No official diagnosis has been released yetbut early reports from Sports world Suggest a Possible muscle toesthat can sideline lewandowski for up to Three weeks. That timeline would mean the 36-year-old striker Missing both legs of the Champions League semi-final towards Interand more urgent, Copa del Rey Final against Real Madrid on April 26 at La Cartuja.
What does it mean for Barcelona?
Flick’s squad is already stretched. Marc Casado are all available, and now the manager may have to do without his most experienced forward at the most crucial time of the season.
In Lewandowski’s absence, Ferran Torres is the most likely candidate leading the line. The Spanjolen has been in strong form this season, but replacing the Polish striker’s experience, physics and finishing will not be easy. There is even an opportunity to experiment with Dani Olmo as a fake nineAlthough girls are expected to trust the ferran.
