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Lewandowski's Yamal-inspired celebration seals historic hat-trick
2 Oct
Summary
- Lewandowski netted a hat-trick against Romania.
- He surpassed multiple football legends in international goals.
- The striker celebrated by mimicking Lamine Yamal's signature move.
Robert Lewandowski achieved a historic hat-trick for Poland in their commanding 6-0 UEFA Nations League victory against Romania. The prolific striker found the net in the 24th, 47th, and 86th minutes, showcasing his continued impact on the international stage.
This treble marked Lewandowski's 92nd goal for his country, his seventh international hat-trick. It also elevated him to sole possession of sixth place on the all-time list of international scorers. He now has 92 goals, just two behind Belgium's Romelu Lukaku, who is fifth with 94 goals.
Adding a personal flourish to his achievement, Lewandowski celebrated one of his goals by imitating the distinct corner-flag celebration of his former Barcelona teammate, Lamine Yamal. This moment combined goalscoring brilliance with a cheeky, recognizable tribute.
The match concluded with Poland securing a resounding win, and Lewandowski walking away with not only three more goals and a historic national tally but also a celebration inspired by the young Spanish talent.
