Barcelona's star striker Robert Lewandowski proved age is just a number, netting twice in a thrilling 4-1 win over Girona 🏟️. The victory catapults Barça three points clear of Real Madrid in La Liga’s title race – and yes, we’re all texting our group chats about this! 💬⚡
The Polish forward, 36, silenced doubters with a goal tally that now sits at a league-topping 25. Post-match, he grinned: "I work as hard as I did at 21 – and the numbers don’t lie!" 🎙️💪 His second-half brace included a jaw-dropping acrobatic finish (📸 instantly IG-worthy!).
Teen sensation Lamine Yamal wowed crowds too, forcing an own goal with a deflected free kick before rattling the crossbar late on. Meanwhile, Girona’s valiant keeper Paulo Gazzaniga made four key saves but couldn’t stop the Barça tidal wave 🌊.
Ferran Torres capped the night with a silky fourth goal, proving Barça’s attack is firing on all cylinders. With eight games left, La Liga’s title race just got SPICY 🌶️. Real Madrid, you’re on the clock! ⏱️
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Lewandowski strikes twice as Barca top 4-1 Girona to take La Liga lead
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