Robert Lewandowski Wikipedia
Robert Lewandowski is a renowned Polish professional footballer who plays as a striker for La Liga club FC Barcelona. He also captains the Poland national team and scored over 600 senior career goals for club and country. He is known to be the most successful player in Bundesliga and Bayern Munich history. Lewandowski was widely considered the best player of 2020 and deserving of the Ballon d’Or until it was canceled.
He also holds the joint record for most top scorer awards in Europe’s top five leagues alongside Lionel Messi. He has been playing full international for Poland since 2008 where he has earned 148 caps. Moreover, he has been named the Polish Footballer of the Year a record eleven times and the Polish Sports Personality of the Year three times. In addition, he has won numerous awards and finished second in the Ballon d’Or on November 30, 2021, 33 points behind Lionel Messi.
Robert Lewandowski’s Quick Facts
| Age: | 36 years (August 21, 1988) |
| Parents: | Krzysztof Lewandowski and Iwona Lewandowska |
| Wife: | Anna Lewandowska |
| Grandfather: | Bogdan Lewandowski |
| Height: | 6 ft 1 in or 1.85m |
Parents
Robert Lewandowski was born to his loving parents in Warsaw, Poland on August 21, 1988. He holds Polish nationality. His parents are Krzysztof Lewandowski and Iwona Lewandowska. His father Krzysztof was a former judo and soccer player while his mother Iwona is a former volleyball player. He grew up with his sister Milena Lewandowski a volley player.
His father accompanied him for his training sessions as they sported his talent in football at an early age. His parents were his great support as they would encourage him mostly since he was shy and skinny. When he was nine, he was training with local team Varsovia Warszawa, honing the skills that he would use in the future.
Robert Lewandowski Father
Lewandowski is the son of Krzysztof Lewandowski his father. Krzysztof was a former judo player and judo championship in the 1970s. He also played second-division football for Hutnik Warszawa. Lewandowski’s father was his hero and sports-obsessed who passed away before seeing him play professionally. He also happened to be Lewandowski’s PE teacher and died in 2005 after battling cancer and a stroke.
Robert Lewandowski Grandmother
Lewandowski shared a photo of his grandmother and him when he was a child. On March 6, 2016, he uploaded a photo stating, “Goodbye Grandma, rest in peace. Thank you for everything.”
Robert Lewandowski Mother
Lewandowski’s mother Iwona Lewandowska played volleyball. When Lewandowski’s father died at the age of 16, his mother Iwona stepped up and helped him with his football career. His mother celebrates her birthday every year on May 23.
Robert Lewandowski Grandfather
Ledwandowski’s grandfather was Bogdan Lewandowski, a Polish. Bogdan fought against the Nazis in World War II and passed away in 1989. However, he was rumored to be a supposed family link with dictator Adolf Hitler. But there are no facts about being related to Adolf Hitler.
Wife
Lewandowski is happily married to his wife Anna Lewandowska at the Church of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Serock, Poland in 2013. Anna is a 35-year-old Polish karateka, personal trainer, and entrepreneur. She has earned several medals in the World, European, and National Championships. The duo shares two daughters Klara born on May 4, 2017, and Laura born on May 6, 2020.
Education
He is an educated man who graduated from Warsaw’s School of Education in Sport with a Bachelor of Physical Education in October 2017.
Stats This Season
For the UEFA Champions League 2023-24, he participated in nine matches and scored three goals, and La Liga 2023-24 season, he participated in 34 matches and scored 18 goals with 8 assists.
Stats
Lewandowski has played for Delta Warsaw, Legia Warsaw II, Znicz Pruszków, Lech Poznań, Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich, and now Barcelona. From the teams, he has participated in 840 matches and has scored 598 goals for League, National Cup, Europe, and others.
Full Name
Robert Lewandowski is his full name.
Goals
He has scored 82 international goals and 598 goals for teams played for.
Teams
- 2005 Delta Warsaw
- 2005–2006 Legia Warsaw II
- 2006 Znicz Pruszków II
- 2006–2008 Znicz Pruszków
- 2008–2010 Lech Poznań
- 2010–2014 Borussia Dortmund
- 2014–2022 Bayern Munich
- 2022– Barcelona
Current Team
He currently plays as a striker for La Liga club FC Barcelona and captains the Poland national team.
Goals This Season
For the 2023-24 season, he has scored 18 goals in the La Liga and 3 goals in the UEFA Champions League.
Nationality
He holds Polish nationality as he was born in Warsaw, Poland.
Jersey
He plays for Barcelona with a blue and red striped Jersey with his name and number 9 at the back. His Jersey is available for sale at the Official FC Barcelona website at affordable prices.
Robert Lewandowski Barcelona
On July 16, 2022, Barcelona announced they had finalized an agreement with Bayern Munich for the transfer of Lewandowski. Subsequently, Lewandowski signed a four-year contract with Barcelona for a fee of €45 million, which also included a release clause set at €500 million. This marked him as the most expensive Polish player in history and resulted in Bayern Munich’s notable sale. Lewandowski made an impactful debut at the La Liga, scoring his first goal for Barcelona in a resounding 6–0 victory over Mexican club UNAM.
Continuing his impressive performances, Lewandowski recorded a pivotal second goal in the 2023 Supercopa de España final on January 16, 2023, propelling Barcelona to a 3–1 triumph over Real Madrid. His contributions to the team were further highlighted when he netted two goals in Barcelona’s 4–2 victory over Espanyol, confirming their championship title in La Liga. In the 2023-2024 season, he displayed his scoring prowess with a goal in Barcelona’s 5–0 home win over Antwerp on the first matchday of the 2023–24 UEFA Champions League.
Lewandowski continued to prove himself invaluable to Barcelona, securing a crucial victory with his goal in a 2–1 win over Celta Vigo on February 17, 2024. His impact extended beyond the pitch, as he emerged as the most prolific goal scorer, tallying 407 goals over the past decade in the top five major European football leagues. Noteworthy among his accomplishments is his first La Liga hat-trick, which propelled Barcelona to a 4–2 victory over Valencia on April 29, 2024.
National Team
Lewandowski began his international career with Poland under-19 in 2007 and had three appearances for Poland’s U21 team. On September 10, 2008, he made his debut for the senior national team. He has participated in the national team ever since and he has scored 82 goals with 148 caps.
Ballon d’Or
He was first considered the best player of 2020 and deserving of the Ballon d’Or until it was canceled. In January 2016, Lewandowski emerged fourth place at the 2015 FIFA Ballon d’Or awards. Additionally, he finished second in the 2021 Ballon d’Or award, behind Lionel Messi, and won the Striker of the Year award.
Contract
Lewandowski has an active contract with his current team Barcelona until June 2026.
Number
When he joined Barcelona, he handed the number 9 shirt, previously worn by Memphis Depay. He was then registered on August 12, 2022, and now plays with number 9.
Transfermarkt
Transfermarkt an online website that writes football updates and the history of celebrities has written about Lewandowski,
5 Goals In 9 Minutes
On September 24, 2015, he had a historic evening against Wolfsburg when he came off the bench at half-time to score five goals faster than any Bundesliga player in history in nine minutes.
Celebration
After scoring a goal, Lewandowski celebrates by doing a fist bump in front of his chest or doing a hand cross at his chest.
Hair
He has a natural black hair where he shaves the sides and at the back leaving some hair inches at the top of his head. He has also died his hair gray and blonde.
Net Worth
He has worked as a professional football player for over 20 years and through his success and endorsements, he has earned a net worth of $90 Million.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Old Is Lewandowski?
Lewandowski is 36 years old born in Warsaw, Poland on August 21, 1988.
What Team Does Lewandowski Play For?
Lewandowski has played for Delta Warsaw, Legia Warsaw II, Znicz Pruszków, Lech Poznań, Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich, and now Barcelona.
Where Is Lewandowski From?
He is a Warsaw, Poland native
How Many Goals Has Lewandowski Scored This Season?
For the 2023-24 season, he has scored 18 goals in the La Liga and 3 goals in the UEFA Champions League.
Where Was Lewandowski Born?
Lewandowski was born in Warsaw, Poland.
Is Lewandowski German?
Lewandowski is not a German but a Polish.
How Many Goals Has Robert Lewandowski Scored?
He has scored 82 international goals and 598 goals for teams played for.
Social Media Account
Instagram – _rl9
Twitter – @lewy_official