Robert Lewandowski Finishes 17th in 2025 Ballon dOr Despite Stellar Season
Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski ranked 17th in the 2025 Ballon d’Or, despite scoring 27 La Liga goals in 34 matches and 11 Champions League goals, helping Barcelona reach the semifinals.
Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski ranked 17th in the 2025 Ballon d’Or, despite scoring 27 La Liga goals in 34 matches and 11 Champions League goals, helping Barcelona reach the semifinals. He finished behind Vinicius Jr. and PSG’s Desire Doue but ahead of Erling Haaland, Jude Bellingham, and Lautaro Martinez, marking a possible final Ballon d’Or appearance.
The way Robert Lewandowski’s 2025 Ballon d’Or ranking unfolded surprised many Barcelona fans. Despite enjoying his best season for the club, the veteran striker finished 17th in the final standings. Last season, Lewandowski scored 27 goals in 34 La Liga matches and added 11 goals in the UEFA Champions League, helping Barcelona reach the semifinals. His ranking placed him behind Vinicius Jr., who had a poor season at Real Madrid, and PSG’s rising star Desire Doue, who finished 14th.
However, Lewandowski ranked ahead of notable players such as Erling Haaland, Jude Bellingham, Serhou Guirassy, and Lautaro Martinez, highlighting his continued quality despite being in the later stage of his career. This could be his final appearance on the Ballon d’Or list unless he matches or surpasses these performances in the future.
This season, Lewandowski has had a slower start, with Barcelona coach Hansi Flick frequently opting for Ferran Torres over him in the starting lineup. While other Barcelona players like Pedri, Raphinha, and Lamine Yamal secured spots in the top ten, Lewandowski’s placement has sparked discussion about recognition and fairness, with some considering it a surprising underestimation of his contributions to the club’s success last term.
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