Robert Lewandowski nets two goals as Barcelona stages a comeback to secure a victory in Hansi Flick’s first match in charge.

In a thrilling La Liga match between Valencia CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Mestalla, Robert Lewandowski emerged as the hero for the Catalan giants. The Polish striker’s brace turned the game around, leading Barcelona to a 2-1 victory and securing three crucial points for his team.

Under the guidance of their new manager, Hansi Flick, Barcelona faced some challenges due to salary cap issues. This meant that new signing Dani Olmo and several other players were unable to feature in the match. Flick made the bold decision to start three 17-year-olds, namely Marc Bernal, Pau Cubarsi, and Lamine Yamal.

Valencia started the game strongly and dominated much of the first half. They deservedly took the lead through Hugo Duro’s clever header, putting Barcelona on the back foot.

However, just before the halftime whistle, Yamal provided a crucial assist, setting up Lewandowski to score the equalizer.

The second half saw Barcelona grow in confidence and control the game. Their resilience paid off when Raphinha was fouled in the penalty area, resulting in a spot-kick. Lewandowski stepped up and calmly converted the penalty, securing his second goal of the match.

As the game progressed, Barcelona looked increasingly comfortable on the pitch. Flick, in his debut match as manager, will be delighted with the team’s performance and the hard-fought victory. Despite the challenging circumstances, Barcelona showcased their determination and ability to come from behind to secure a crucial win.

Lewandowski’s impressive display and clinical finishing were instrumental in Barcelona’s triumph. The Polish striker’s goals not only secured the victory but also demonstrated his importance to the team. Barcelona fans will be hoping for more match-winning performances from Lewandowski as the season progresses.