the Bayern Munich move to RB Salzburg (1-1), this Wednesday in the round of 16 first leg of the Champions League, gave rise to an extremely rare event: Robert Lewandowski remained silent during the ninety minutes of the meeting. An anomaly that had only occurred seven times in thirty-seven appearances this season.
A monster of regularity (37 goals already scored this season), the 33-year-old striker was more talkative before the match during an interview for France Soccer where he praised two other world offensive references: Karim Benzema and Kylian Mbappé.
“Benzema continues to progress”
Lewandowski first praised the versatility of the Real Madrid striker, who has become the leader of the Merengue since 2018 since the departure of Cristiano Ronaldo. “He masters all the parameters of the modern centre-forward. He also likes to serve his partners. Real owes him a lot. In recent months, he has continued to progress. I find him even stronger with a more complete game and impressive statistics. »
The Pole even lent himself to the game of comparisons with the tricolor striker, against whom he was announced in competition for the Ballon d’Or 2021, finally awarded to Lionel Messi. “Like me, Karim likes to play with his teammates, he often looks for one-twos, combinations. He is not necessarily obsessed with the opposing goal. Above all, he seeks collective success. […] I like the quality of his movements. He is very intelligent, very regular. »
“Mbappé will mark the history of football”
Lewandowski also must have enjoyed Kylian Mbappé’s winning goal scored at the last second against Real de Benzema, this Tuesday, at the Parc des Princes. Asked by the sports magazine, the striker multiplied the compliments for the French nugget.
“He’s not the typical number 9, fox style of the surfaces, he’s more of a winger who likes to rush into space. It is important not to leave him any, otherwise he is irresistible. I’m sure he’ll be mentally tough to meet the high expectations and be among the best in the world over the long term. »
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Characteristics that the Bayern Munich striker compared to those of Thierry Henry, his childhood idol. “Kylian is just as fast and swift and excellent in his dribbling. They both have the ability to stand out and take over their direct opponent while maintaining remarkable composure and lucidity in the breathtaking final gesture. They are very similar and I have no doubt that Kylian will also mark the history of football. »
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