Robert Lewandowski, a former striker for Barcelona, extended his congratulations to his former teammates following Spain’s victory in the 2026 World Cup. Speaking after making his MLS debut with the Chicago Fire on Wednesday, the Polish forward addressed the momentous win, particularly noting the contributions of players from the Catalan club. When questioned about Spain’s final victory over Argentina, Lewandowski offered his praise to the Barcelona players who featured in “La Roja’s” historic success.
He stated that many of his former teammates at Barcelona have achieved the World Cup title, expressing palpable happiness for them. “Many of my teammates at Barcelona have won the World Cup, and I am very happy for them,” Lewandowski commented. He added that the players involved were notably young.
“Just a few weeks ago I was playing alongside them, and now I see them as world champions. I congratulate everyone.”
The comments highlight the strong connection between Lewandowski and the current generation of Spanish football talent emerging from Barcelona. His acknowledgment underscores the significance of the tournament for the players associated with the club, marking a major achievement in global football history.
The win solidifies Spain’s status on the international stage following their successful campaign in the World Cup.
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