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Lewandowski: “Ronaldo’s Achievements Will Remain Engraved in History”
Barcelona forward Robert Lewandowski has expressed deep admiration for Portugal’s captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, in anticipation of the upcoming international matches during the FIFA break.
Lewandowski, who will be leading the Polish national team against Portugal in the UEFA Nations League, took a moment to reflect on the legendary status of Ronaldo.
The highly anticipated match is set to take place on Saturday, October 12, at the National Stadium in Warsaw, where Poland will face off against Portugal.
As the game draws near, Lewandowski shared his thoughts on preparing for such a high-stakes match and the unique challenge posed by Ronaldo’s presence.
In an interview, Lewandowski emphasized the importance of focusing on the entire team rather than singling out one player, even when that player is someone as iconic as Ronaldo.
He said that when approaching a match like this, his mindset is always geared towards understanding the collective strength of the opposition, rather than being overly concerned with individual players, no matter how great they may be.
However, the Polish striker did not hold back in recognizing Ronaldo’s unmatched contributions to football.
Lewandowski acknowledged that what Ronaldo has accomplished throughout his career is extraordinary, and he has left an indelible mark on the sport with his numerous records and achievements.
He noted that Ronaldo’s impact extends far beyond statistics, as he has redefined what it means to be an elite athlete over an extended period of time.
Lewandowski went on to point out how impressive it is that Ronaldo continues to deliver incredible performances, even at an age where many players have started to slow down.
The Polish striker referred to Ronaldo as a true exception in the world of football, one of the few players who consistently defies expectations and maintains an incredible level of performance year after year.
“His name is already etched into the annals of football history,” Lewandowski said, marveling at how Ronaldo continues to challenge the limits of age and performance.
He added that Ronaldo’s numbers, far from diminishing, seem to only increase as time goes on, making him a true anomaly in the sport.
As Poland gears up for this crucial UEFA Nations League clash, Lewandowski’s words remind fans and players alike of the respect Ronaldo commands on and off the pitch.
It’s not just about what he has done in the past but how he continues to set new standards for excellence, inspiring countless players, including Lewandowski himself.
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Mourinho: ‘The Best Player in the World Can Also Be One Without Trophies’
José Mourinho has shared his thoughts on the 2026 Ballon d’Or award and what he believes makes a player deserving of the prestigious honour.
Mourinho was asked about the players in contention for the award and stated that, in his opinion, the best player in the world does not necessarily have to be the one who wins trophies.
He said: “For me, the best player in the world can also be one without trophies.”
The 2026 Ballon d’Or race is currently dominated by several top contenders, with Harry Kane, Lamine Yamal, Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé, Lionel Messi and other nominees are also in contention.
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Lamine Yamal, Messi, Mbappé, Haaland Among 2026 Ballon d’Or Nominees
The 2026 Ballon d’Or nominees have been revealed, showing the players who have the chance to win the Ballon d’Or award this year.
Here is the list of players nominated for the 2026 Ballon d’Or:
- Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid, England)
- Pau Cubarsí (Barcelona, Spain)
- Marc Cucurella (Chelsea/Real Madrid, Spain)
- Ousmane Dembélé (Paris Saint-Germain, France)
- Luis Díaz (Bayern Munich, Colombia)
- Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United, Portugal)
- Gabriel (Arsenal, Brazil)
- Erling Haaland (Manchester City, Norway)
- Achraf Hakimi (Paris Saint-Germain, Morocco)
- Harry Kane (Bayern Munich, England)
- Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (Paris Saint-Germain, Georgia)
- Lamine Yamal (Barcelona, Spain)
- Sadio Mané (Al-Nassr, Senegal)
- Marquinhos (Paris Saint-Germain, Brazil)
- Lautaro Martínez (Inter Milan, Argentina)
- Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid, France)
- Nuno Mendes (Paris Saint-Germain, Portugal)
- Lionel Messi (Inter Miami, Argentina)
- João Neves (Paris Saint-Germain, Portugal)
- Michael Olise (Bayern Munich, France)
- Willian Pacho (Paris Saint-Germain, Ecuador)
- Julián Quiñones (Al-Qadsiah, México)
- Declan Rice (Arsenal, England)
- Rodri (Manchester City, Spain)
- Fabián Ruiz (Paris Saint-Germain, Spain)
- William Saliba (Arsenal, France)
- Ferran Torres (Barcelona, Spain)
- Dayot Upamecano (Bayern Munich, France)
- Vinícius Jr. (Real Madrid, Brazil)
- Vitinha (Paris Saint-Germain, Portugal)
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‘I Don’t Need to Campaign’ – Lamine Yamal Speaks on Ballon d’Or
Barcelona footballer Lamine Yamal has spoken about the Ballon d’Or award and shared how he will not campaign for the award.
He said: “I don’t think I need to campaign for the Ballon d’Or. Everyone is entitled to think whatever they want.
“I’m not here to campaign, and I’m not going to beg for anything. That’s your job. It’s not on me.
“Winning the Ballon d’Or does not depend on me. The work we’ve done with Barça and the national team has been unbelievable.
“I’ll be grateful to my teammates at Barça and with the national team if I win it, of course.”
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