Lewandowski: “It was impossible to suppress all feelings for Bayern”

Robert Lewandowski is in Poland’s squad for the Nations League games against the Netherlands and Wales, but he was asked a few questions about Barcelona and his feelings towards Bayern at Monday’s press conference.

“The game against Bayern was a lesson for us. Before the game we didn’t expect to impose our style and create many chances. Now we have learned that we can do it. This game showed us that we can do it and we can create chances even in difficult games. It’s true that we made mistakes. To be honest, we deserved a win or even a draw against Bayern.” He first spoke about the Champions League group game where the Catalans were beaten 2-0 in Munich.

Then the questions turned to him: “Of course I wanted to beat FC Bayern. I also wanted to score a goal, but when we talk about emotions, you can’t completely ignore them because it’s not that long ago that I left Bayern. It felt weird going to a changing room and warming up in a different place. The game was a big challenge for me. It was impossible to suppress all these feelings. It was more than a sports game, for me it was an emotional game.”

Referring to the new page in his career, he said: “I’m comfortable in Barcelona. The adjustment has been very good. I know it wasn’t easy to come here, but now I’m in Barcelona, ​​where I wanted to be, that’s the most important thing. I can say quite a bit Words in Spanish. I’ve learned how to order food in restaurants. A new culture, new places, new cities, these are the things that can get you hooked after a few weeks. Maybe in time I’ll understand what I learn unconsciously.”

“I’m learning how another club works, how its people run it. This is definitely something new and a very interesting experience. You changed the way I see things. Having the opportunity to be at clubs of this size is always a special plus, not just for the months and years to come.”

Finally, he spoke about becoming a ‘teacher’ for many of Barcelona’s young players, such as Pedri, Gavi and Ansu Fati: “I don’t see myself as their guru. They are well-informed, talkative and not afraid to ask anything. Even though they are young, they have already shown great potential and will improve very quickly. I will pass on my knowledge and experience for me. We mustn’t forget that there are some experienced footballers in Barcelona. I’m not just referring to the older group and the younger group. I’m new to the team and I want to have a good relationship with them all.”