FC Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has firmly dismissed criticism surrounding Robert Lewandowski, backing the veteran striker after his impressive performance in the UEFA Champions League round of 16 second leg against Newcastle United.<\/p>\n
Speaking after Barcelona\u2019s dominant European outing, Flick responded sharply to suggestions that Lewandowski might be past his prime. \u201cYou said Lewandowski was maybe finished\u2026 no?\u201d Flick remarked, before pointing to the striker\u2019s latest match-winning contribution. \u201cWell\u2026 he scored two goals again, in the Champions League.\u201d<\/p>\n
Lewandowski\u2019s brace played a crucial role in Barcelona\u2019s emphatic victory, once again underlining his enduring quality at the highest level. Despite ongoing debates about his age and consistency, the Polish forward continues to deliver when it matters most, particularly on the European stage.<\/p>\n
Barca beat Newcastle by 7-2 which was a statement victory for them who were being mocked and questioned by the haters after their first leg performance at St. James Park. Though the first half saw amazing display of performance from both the sides, Barca took it all away from Newcastle in the second one.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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