In a significant setback for FC Barcelona, star striker Robert Lewandowski is set to miss the upcoming Clásico against Real Madrid due to injury. The Polish forward sustained a muscle tear in his left hamstring during international duty, leaving fans and the club anxious about their prospects in the high-stakes encounter scheduled for October 26 at the Santiago Bernabéu.
Lewandowski’s injury occurred after he played a full match against Lithuania in a World Cup qualifier, where he managed to score. Despite being rested during an earlier friendly against New Zealand, the exertion from the qualifier took its toll. Following the match on Sunday, Lewandowski underwent medical examinations that confirmed the extent of his injury—a biceps femoris tear. This unfortunate development means he will be sidelined for at least four weeks, rendering him unavailable for one of the most anticipated fixtures in La Liga.
Injury Woes Pile Up for Barcelona
The absence of Lewandowski adds to Barcelona’s growing list of injuries. Goalkeeper Joan García is already out, and several other key players are facing fitness concerns. Raphinha’s status remains uncertain, while Dani Olmo returned from international duty nursing a soleus muscle injury. However, not all is bleak for the Catalan side; they can still count on players like Ferran Torres, Fermín López, and the promising Lamine Yamal to step up in this crucial period.
Real Madrid Poised to Capitalize
On the other side of the pitch, Real Madrid is gearing up to take advantage of Barcelona’s struggles. With Kylian Mbappé in sensational form and expected returns from Trent Alexander-Arnold, Dani Carvajal, and Huijsen—who have all been recovering from injuries—the squad appears ready to reclaim dominance after last season’s four consecutive victories over their rivals.
The stakes are high as both teams prepare for this iconic clash. With Barcelona’s recent form under scrutiny and Madrid looking to assert their superiority once again, fans can expect an electrifying showdown. Will Barcelona find a way to regroup without their talismanic striker? Only time will tell.
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