In a humble and surprising admission, Robert Lewandowski has revealed that he used Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo as motivation to win the 2024 Ballon d’Or award. However, the Polish striker insists that he still doesn’t consider himself better than the two football legends.
LEWANDOWSKI’S MOTIVATION
Lewandowski, who won his first Ballon d’Or award in 2024, explained that he studied the training regimens and playing styles of Messi and Ronaldo to improve his own game.
“I’ve always admired Messi and Ronaldo, and I’ve tried to learn from them,” Lewandowski said. “I analyzed their training methods, their diets, and their playing styles. I wanted to understand what makes them so successful.”
BEATING MESSI AND RONALDO TO THE AWARD
Lewandowski’s hard work and dedication paid off when he was awarded the 2024 Ballon d’Or. However, he insists that beating Messi and Ronaldo to the award doesn’t make him better than them.
“Winning the Ballon d’Or is an incredible honor, but it doesn’t mean I’m better than Messi and Ronaldo,” Lewandowski said. “Those two players are legends of the game, and I still look up to them.”
_LEWANDOWSKI’S HUMILITY_
Lewandowski’s humility and willingness to acknowledge the greatness of Messi and Ronaldo have earned him widespread respect from the football community.
“Robert Lewandowski is an exceptional player, but what’s even more impressive is his humility and willingness to learn from others,” said Barcelona manager, Xavi. “He’s a true role model for young players everywhere.”
KEY STATS
– Robert Lewandowski’s 2024 Ballon d’Or award is his first.
– Lewandowski has scored 35 goals in 25 appearances for Barcelona this season.
– Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have won the Ballon d’Or award a record seven and five times, respectively.
As the football world continues to marvel at Lewandowski’s incredible talent, his humility and willingness to acknowledge the greatness of others will only add to his growing legend.
