The weekend performances of Polish footballers on the Iberian Peninsula delivered extreme emotions. 17-year-old Oskar Pietuszewski became the hero of FC Porto after the match against Rio Ave, in which he showcased a spectacular run and assist, while in the clash with Estoril, Jan Bednarek played a key role. Meanwhile in Barcelona, Robert Lewandowski is experiencing the most difficult moment of the season; after his third consecutive match without a goal, the striker did not hide his irritation at being substituted, which sparked a wave of commentary in Spanish sports media.

Oskar Pietuszewski's Run

The Polish FC Porto striker provided an assist after an impressive run and collected praise for his knowledge of the Portuguese language.

Lewandowski's Frustration

The Barcelona star went through the match against Levante without a goal and loudly manifested his dissatisfaction with the early substitution.

Haaland in Barcelona's Orbit

The Norwegian striker suggested to the media that a move to the Catalan club in the future is a realistic scenario.

Oskar Pietuszewski, a young Polish talent representing the colors of FC Porto, has become the central figure in Portuguese media following his latest league performance. The Pole not only created the decisive goal with a spectacular run through half the pitch, but also surprised fans off the pitch by giving an interview in fluent Portuguese. Experts highlight his maturity and exceptional dynamism, and the club's official profile referenced the Pole's success using nods to native film pop culture. This victory brings the "Dragons" closer to the league title, and Pietuszewski's position in Hansi Flick's team – in this case, coach Vítor Bruno's – appears secure. For decades, FC Porto has been famous for its system of scouting and polishing talents from Eastern Europe and South America, making the club one of Europe's most profitable in terms of exporting players to the world's top leagues. Completely different moods prevail in Catalonia. Robert Lewandowski became the target of criticism from journalists of "Mundo Deportivo" and "Sport" after the match against Levante. The Polish striker was substituted in the 65th minute of the match with Barcelona leading 3-0. Cameras captured the striker's telling gestures, who did not hide his dissatisfaction with Hansi Flick's decision. Lewandowski, despite his team's victory following Marc Bernal's goal, failed to find the net, which in Spanish football sparked discussion about his current scoring form. The atmosphere was heated by the behavior of Lamine Yamal, who, when leaving the pitch, refused to shake the coach's hand, suggesting tensions within the coaching staff. Relations between coach and star at FC Barcelona are traditionally subjected to immense media pressure, especially when the club is in a rebuilding process and seeking financial stability ahead of the upcoming presidential elections. In the shadow of these events, information also emerged about a possible transfer of Erling Haaland to the Catalan capital. The Norwegian, when asked about such a possibility, did not deny it, which immediately fueled the imagination of the 'Blaugrana' fans. At the same time, media report progress in Gavi's rehabilitation, who has resumed training with full intensity. The Spaniard hopes to return to top form ahead of the upcoming World Cup, which would be a huge boost for the Catalan team's midfield. A Polish accent also appeared in Italy, where media are analyzing the situation of Piotr Zieliński at Inter Milan, highlighting his struggle for regular playing time in the strong midfield of the Italian champions.

Mentioned People

  • Oskar Pietuszewski — Young FC Porto striker who has broken into the first team with a bang.
  • Robert Lewandowski — Barcelona striker, experiencing a scoring drought in recent matchdays.
  • Hansi Flick — FC Barcelona coach, confronting his players' egos during substitutions.
  • Jan Tomaszewski — Former goalkeeper and controversial football pundit, criticizing Zieliński's situation.