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- Robert Lewandowski is a professional footballer who plays as a forward for FC Barcelona and the Poland national team
- He grew up idolizing three of the greatest strikers in football, French legend Thierry Henry and Italian duo Roberto Baggio and Alessandro Del Piero
- Lewandowski made a name for himself as one of the most lethal strikers in Europe during his time with Borussia Dortmund
This article explores Robert Lewandowski facts. For starters, he is a professional footballer who plays as a forward for FC Barcelona and the Poland national team.
Lewandowski was born on August 21, 1998, and began his football journey as an unregistered player for the local club, Partyzant Leszno. He then played for several Polish teams before securing a move to Borussia Dortmund in 2010.
Robert Lewandowski. Photo/ Sporting News.
Robert Lewandowski made a name for himself as one of the most lethal strikers in Europe during his time with the Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund. His good form continued at Bayern Munich, where he became one of the top goalscorers in the club’s history. He recently won his first title with FC Barcelona, the 2022-23 Supercopa de Espana.
Without further ado, let’s look at ten interesting Robert Lewandowski facts every fan should know.
1. Comes From A Sporting Family
Lewandowski was born into a sporting family. His father, Krzystof (who died in 2005), was a national Judo champion who also played football for Hutnik Warszawa. His mother, Iwona Lewandowska, is a retired volleyball player. She played for AZS Warszawa. Lewandowski’s sister, Milena, plays volleyball and has represented the U21 national team.
2. His Wife Is Also A Sportswoman
Besides his parents and sister, Robert Lewandowski’s wife is also a sportswoman. Anna Lewandowska is a three-time Karate world champion. The couple married in 2013, and they have two daughters.
Robert Lewandowski and his wife Anna Lewandowska who is a three-time Karate world champion. Photo/ Football Espana.
3. His Idols Are Del Piero, Baggio And Thierry Henry
Robert Lewandowski grew up idolizing three of the greatest strikers in football, French legend Thierry Henry, and Italian duo Roberto Baggio and Alessandro Del Piero.
4. Has Been Nicknamed The Body
Well, you can’t talk about Robert Lewandowski facts and fail to mention his nickname. The FC Barcelona forward has the nickname ‘The Body’ due to his impressive physical attributes.
Lewandowski has powerful legs, is strong and has quick movement on the field. His physique has been crucial in his ability to play top-level football and score goals.
5. Has A Degree
One of the interesting facts about Robert Lewandowski is that he has a degree in Physical Education with coaching and management at Warsaw’s School of Education in Sport. He finished the degree in 2017 and his thesis was focused on himself.
6. Fastest Hat Trick In Champions League’s History
On December 8, 2020, Lewandowski scored the fastest hat-trick in UEFA Champions League history during a match against Red Star Belgrade.
The Poland international, who was at the time playing for Bayern Munich, scored three goals in just four minutes and 42 seconds. The record of the fastest hat trick in Champions League was previously held by Chelsea legend Didier Drogba.
7. Scored Five Goals In Nine Minutes
One of the interesting Robert Lewandowski facts is his incredible feat of scoring five goals in nine minutes. He achieved this back in 2015 during a match between his former club Bayern Munich and Wolfsburg. The Bavarians won the match 5-1.
8. Two-time Best FIFA Men’s Player
Robert Lewandowski is only the second player in history after Cristiano Ronaldo to win the Best FIFA Men’s Player award twice. He first won the award in 2020 and then in 2021.
9. Most Goals In A Single Bundesliga Season
Robert Lewandowski established himself as one of the best strikers of his generation while playing in the Bundesliga. He played there for Borussia Dortmund and FC Bayern Munich. During the 2020/21 season, Lewandowski broke the record for most goals scored in a single Bundesliga season with 41 goals.
10. Bayern Munich’s All-Time Second Highest Goalscorer
During his eight years with Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich, Lewandowski appeared in 372 matches and scored 344 goals. He is the second-highest goalscorer in Bayern Munich’s history behind the legendary Gerd Muller, who scored 523 goals in 580 games.
Robert Lewandowski previously played for Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich. Photo/ Sky Sports.
