Barcelona's key star exits the international clash with muscle problem – severity unknown
Barcelona they have a remarkably thin squad this year, as 13 players have left the first-team squad either permanently or on loan, and only two have arrived, namely Dani Olmo and Pau Victor. The latter may be given his first start soon if Robert Lewandowski's injury problem turns out to be more than a minor problem.
The Polish star scored a penalty and assisted the opener in Poland's 3-2 win over Scotland on Thursday night, but was withdrawn after 72 minutes to make way for Adam Buka. After the match, he explained the change, as mentioned by MD.
“I felt discomfort and then there was some pain. I realized that if I took a risk today, tomorrow or the day after tomorrow it could be much worse. For the good of the team and for my health, the decision was made to leave the field. The season will be very demanding. I may have up to 70 games ahead of me, so I need to manage my strength and energy carefully,” reasoned the striker.
In the first four games of the League, Barcelona received fewer yellow cards than last season at this point (8 now, 12 then) and, in addition, there is not a single card that has been shown in protest. Under Xavi last season after four games, four players had already been…
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Lewandowski36 years old, he is the top scorer in Spain at the moment, and has been crucial to Barcelona's 100% record so far. They will be desperate to avoid an injury to Lewandowski, who only has Pau Victor as a natural replacement. The Blaugrana face Girona, AS Monaco and Villarreal after the international break, while Poland face Croatia on Sunday night.
