UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Season

[Shadiq]

Robert Lewandowski is a man of reputation, and I don't think that Barcelona should sell him because he has provided a lot of manpower for the club, and I am sure that even if they sell him, it's going to be very difficult for them to get a player that will replace him because his contribution to the club is actually a big one because even with his age, his performance is exceptional.

And I'm sure even Barcelona fans don't want them to sell him because of his contribution, and you hardly see people complaining about him because his always delivering, so there is no need for them to criticize him because his trying that all that i will say.

Football is never about emotions. You have to consider his age. I think I should support Barcelona's decision considering the quality of the team they are. Hansi Flick always likes to promote young players and he focuses more on building a young team. So it is natural that Lewandowski would want to sell him, even though he is an important player for them, considering his age. The two advantages they have here are getting some funds and replacing a young player. Barca fans will never be able to deny Lewandowski's contribution, but his age may prevent them from keeping him at Barca. Because Barca are turning to young talent. I am looking forward to seeing his replacement.

[JiiBs]

Football is never about emotions. You have to consider his age. I think I should support Barcelona's decision considering the quality of the team they are. Hansi Flick always likes to promote young players and he focuses more on building a young team. So it is natural that Lewandowski would want to sell him, even though he is an important player for them, considering his age. The two advantages they have here are getting some funds and replacing a young player. Barca fans will never be able to deny Lewandowski's contribution, but his age may prevent them from keeping him at Barca. Because Barca are turning to young talent. I am looking forward to seeing his replacement.

As much as that youthful strength and energy matters on the pitch, you can’t deny the experience of an aged footballer having to give insights to some of these young talents on and off the pitch. They remain an essential support line during plays. Lewandowski is aged as we know it but, it hasn’t reflected significantly in his performances over the course the seasons his played in Barcelona. In fact, he had a great season in the recently concluded run. I wouldn’t root for Barcelona to let go of him just yet.

[Jegileman]

Football is never about emotions. You have to consider his age. I think I should support Barcelona's decision considering the quality of the team they are. Hansi Flick always likes to promote young players and he focuses more on building a young team. So it is natural that Lewandowski would want to sell him, even though he is an important player for them, considering his age. The two advantages they have here are getting some funds and replacing a young player. Barca fans will never be able to deny Lewandowski's contribution, but his age may prevent them from keeping him at Barca. Because Barca are turning to young talent. I am looking forward to seeing his replacement.

I still do not feel that Barcelona will want to sell him because of his age now, they will continue to keep him until his contract is expired and even though it is and he still wants to renew the contract with them and come to an agree terms, he’ll still continue to play for them. One thing you should know about big teams like this that are being looked up to by fans and players is that they should have a leader in their first eleven squad, which will feel like a person in charge and guiding the youngsters too before they finally become big like them one day.  Lewandowski will remain at at Barcelona regardless of his age, he’s an asset to them that they will hold on to him until his contract expires and cannot play again.

[TelolettOm]

I still do not feel that Barcelona will want to sell him because of his age now, they will continue to keep him until his contract is expired and even though it is and he still wants to renew the contract with them and come to an agree terms, he’ll still continue to play for them.

Yeah, nothing to change between Lewandowski and Barcelona this season. Lewandowski will exactly stay in Barcelona until his contract expires in 2026. And Barcelona also has no information about whether to sell or extend it. That means their agreement is like that, to keep using Lewandowski at least until his contract expires, the problem after that will depend on their decision at that time and also Lewandowski's performance itself.

[Solokan]

In certain conditions, experienced players have a big influence on the pattern of play and it will usually be much more mature because in terms of experience they have been tested enough. Barcelona has players who are able to provide measured passes for Lewandowski so it will be much easier for him to achieve good performance even though he is no longer young. What needs to be done is how to avoid prolonged injuries so that Lewandowski can play at a good level in the next two seasons. If Barcelona wants to find a replacement, maybe both of them can be played alternately so that it will be much better because they have options when rotating.

Without Lewandowski, Barcelona's attack line is also quite good and very good because several players in Barcelona's front line are currently a pretty extraordinary combination and added to that are the midfielders who are already quite good so that the Barcelona coach only needs to make small changes to maximize the team's strength in the next season. Because the big target that Barcelona must achieve next season is to win the Champions League so that Barcelona does not fast for too long from the Champions League trophy.

Currently Barcelona's strength is indeed good of course with Lewandowski or not of course it does not have a big influence but if Lewandowski is there of course it will make the players more enthusiastic and also not a few Barcelona fans always want his appearance. of course currently in my opinion Barcelona lacks great and tough defenders because of course currently Barcelona is causing sometimes their performance is not good such as conceding goals because Barcelona's defenders are not strong enough. yes I hope Barcelona can quickly bring in great and good defenders. do you have good news maybe about the new defender who will come to Barcelona?

it is indeed very unfortunate that Barcelona has not been able to win the Champions League title and yes of course currently many Barcelona fans miss Barcelona becoming Champions League champions. because of course Barcelona must succeed in becoming Champions League champions next season because yes the last time they won the UCL title if I'm not mistaken was 2015 and of course we'll see later. but what is clear is that the rivals in the UCL next season will certainly not be easy for Barcelona because of course all clubs have certainly prepared everything so that their teams next season can be better.

[traderethereum]

I still do not feel that Barcelona will want to sell him because of his age now, they will continue to keep him until his contract is expired and even though it is and he still wants to renew the contract with them and come to an agree terms, he’ll still continue to play for them.

Yeah, nothing to change between Lewandowski and Barcelona this season. Lewandowski will exactly stay in Barcelona until his contract expires in 2026. And Barcelona also has no information about whether to sell or extend it. That means their agreement is like that, to keep using Lewandowski at least until his contract expires, the problem after that will depend on their decision at that time and also Lewandowski's performance itself.

Yes, we know how good Lewandowski's performance but we also cannot deny about Lewandowski's age. He is 36 and that is critical age for a player that he is not young anymore. His contract expires in 2026 so that means, Barcelona only have 1 year to have Lewandowski. Not to mention if he get injury while perform so Barcelona search for the next generation that have a good talent as Lewandowski as his successor. It is not many good striker now and it is difficult to find one that match with all things in the club.

[MarjorieZimmermanGinger]

You have touched on a very good point. Lewandowski is an important player but due to his age, he can play well with players who can deliver the ball to him. Because he may not be able to perform as well by running and exerting too much. That is why it is necessary to get a good backup for Robert Lewandowski when he is in the team. Maybe if this happens, Barcelona will be in better places with a player who can benefit from Lewandowski's great experience.

This is about the data and maybe we can see how Lewandowski was able to achieve the overall number of goals last season. Lewandowski's level of play is still quite good because he is still able to adapt to players who are much younger and maybe one of the factors is that Barcelona have a number of players who are able to provide precise passes for him to score goals. If they have additional strength the coach will be much easier to rotate so that Lewandowski can play alternately and we know that Barcelona will face a number of tournaments next season so having a good squad depth can give them a chance to achieve success.

[dzonikg28]

You have touched on a very good point. Lewandowski is an important player but due to his age, he can play well with players who can deliver the ball to him. Because he may not be able to perform as well by running and exerting too much. That is why it is necessary to get a good backup for Robert Lewandowski when he is in the team. Maybe if this happens, Barcelona will be in better places with a player who can benefit from Lewandowski's great experience.

This is about the data and maybe we can see how Lewandowski was able to achieve the overall number of goals last season. Lewandowski's level of play is still quite good because he is still able to adapt to players who are much younger and maybe one of the factors is that Barcelona have a number of players who are able to provide precise passes for him to score goals. If they have additional strength the coach will be much easier to rotate so that Lewandowski can play alternately and we know that Barcelona will face a number of tournaments next season so having a good squad depth can give them a chance to achieve success.

What makes Lewandowski strong despite his age is his ability to be a team player. Not all the strikers have that ability, they can't put back their ego and instead still try to score that goal themselves, but they lack pace and precision and can't do it the same way anymore. Lewandowski in contrast usually never puts himself first at all cost. He plays in spaces in the box that others strikers don't see and he creates space for his colleagues when he knows it is the best course of action to score a goal. His effort to be the first defender on the field is still remarkable. He doesn't shy away from working hard.

[MainIbem]

What makes Lewandowski strong despite his age is his ability to be a team player. Not all the strikers have that ability, they can't put back their ego and instead still try to score that goal themselves, but they lack pace and precision and can't do it the same way anymore. Lewandowski in contrast usually never puts himself first at all cost. He plays in spaces in the box that others strikers don't see and he creates space for his colleagues when he knows it is the best course of action to score a goal. His effort to be the first defender on the field is still remarkable. He doesn't shy away from working hard.

Asides age, strikers like Lewandowski are rare to find lately so he still got more time in Barcelona maybe he might not feature in more matches if Barcelona gets a younger striker, but like i said, he still got lots to do at the club atleast pass his knowledge and experience to the future striker that Barcelona might probably sign, asides being a team player Lewandowski is a humble lad he's not as arrogant as most younger players lately and would always put his team first before himself and those are the qualities that would warrant the board to keep him for a while so the younger ones would learn.

[SuperBitMan]

I still do not feel that Barcelona will want to sell him because of his age now, they will continue to keep him until his contract is expired and even though it is and he still wants to renew the contract with them and come to an agree terms, he’ll still continue to play for them.

Yeah, nothing to change between Lewandowski and Barcelona this season. Lewandowski will exactly stay in Barcelona until his contract expires in 2026. And Barcelona also has no information about whether to sell or extend it. That means their agreement is like that, to keep using Lewandowski at least until his contract expires, the problem after that will depend on their decision at that time and also Lewandowski's performance itself.

Yes, we know how good Lewandowski's performance but we also cannot deny about Lewandowski's age. He is 36 and that is critical age for a player that he is not young anymore. His contract expires in 2026 so that means, Barcelona only have 1 year to have Lewandowski. Not to mention if he get injury while perform so Barcelona search for the next generation that have a good talent as Lewandowski as his successor. It is not many good striker now and it is difficult to find one that match with all things in the club.

Yes Lewandowski age has gone far however his still a very good player and his still performing very well, in terms of having injury I think is not about age, young players also have injury so Lewandowski having an injury those not have anything to do with his age, Barcelona should just find another player and buy a younger player so that there two can be changing each other that way Lewandowski won't have too much work load, some people are saying Barcelona don't need Lewandowski anymore because of his age but my question is if a players age has gone far those it mean that the player is no longer useful, Cristiano Ronaldo age has gone very far his 40 years old meaning his older than Lewandowski but Ronaldo is still playing very well he was the one that equalized the goal when they played against Spain, so as long as the player is still very active and playing very well then his good to go, Barcelona should keep using Lewandowski because his still very important to them.

[changaa]

Even if PSG wins the Champions League this season, it will be very difficult for PSG to retain this title next season. Some of the teams that we considered as favorites at the beginning of last season did not do well this season, but PSG won the Champions League title. Now, if Real Madrid, Manchester City and other strong teams return to the competition well next season, then it will be difficult for PSG to qualify for the semi-finals. I would like PSG to strengthen their team even more and recruit some important players to the club so that this French league team can compete well with Real Madrid and other teams if they perform well next season.

PSG have shown that they are at a high level and in the Champions League, only top-level teams play.
I wouldn't be surprised to see PSG in the final again next year.

[Phoenix Anka]

Next year will be a very eventful season for Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid, Barcelona, ​​Manchester City. I also think Liverpool is one of the big candidates for the Champions League title. That's why I think it will be more enjoyable to watch the Champions League next year. The Spanish will have a chance to dominate the Champions League next year because Real Madrid has built a very good squad. They made great transfers for their weak areas and also got rid of some old players. This will make them a faster team. I think they will make a few more transfers.

[Just Say]

Even if PSG wins the Champions League this season, it will be very difficult for PSG to retain this title next season. Some of the teams that we considered as favorites at the beginning of last season did not do well this season, but PSG won the Champions League title. Now, if Real Madrid, Manchester City and other strong teams return to the competition well next season, then it will be difficult for PSG to qualify for the semi-finals. I would like PSG to strengthen their team even more and recruit some important players to the club so that this French league team can compete well with Real Madrid and other teams if they perform well next season.

It is undoubtedly true that since Paris Saint-Germain wins the UEFA Champions League this season, it will be much more difficult for PSG to retain this title next season. If they can buy and retain players in the same formation, it's safe to say they could have a chance next season but right now it doesn't look like they will recruit any players. The two teams you mentioned have already taken important steps, with Manchester City already signing four players, even we can say that Real Madrid Football Club has also been eyeing various young players, one of which is an Argentine player. As far as I know, the young Mastantuono may join the Spanish club very soon.

[Lannakosa]

It is undoubtedly true that even if Paris Saint-Germain wins the UEFA Champions League this season, it will be much more difficult for PSG to retain this title next season. If they can buy and retain players in the same formation, it's safe to say they could have a chance next season but right now it doesn't look like they will recruit any players. The two teams you mentioned have already taken important steps, with Manchester City already signing four players, even we can say that Real Madrid Football Club has also been eyeing various young players, one of which is an Argentine player. As far as I know, the young Mastatuno may join the Spanish club very soon.

The fact that teams buy new players only means they have problematic positions they need to strengthen. And if PSG are fine with their squad, have no injured players, and have decent squad depth, then they don’t have a big need to reinforce the team. Although, in principle, Guardiola probably thought the same at the start of last season. But the situation there was a bit different because they sold several very important players in the summer and weakened their bench. I don’t think PSG are at risk of that.

[giorgione]

Next year will be a very eventful season for Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid, Barcelona, ??Manchester City. I also think Liverpool is one of the big candidates for the Champions League title. That's why I think it will be more enjoyable to watch the Champions League next year. The Spanish will have a chance to dominate the Champions League next year because Real Madrid has built a very good squad. They made great transfers for their weak areas and also got rid of some old players. This will make them a faster team. I think they will make a few more transfers.

I think that there are some sleeping giants, teams that can do really well, Benfica, Ajax, Juventus are all teams that can do really badly, it takes patience to make these great teams return to the attack but if they come back they can win everything

[Mayor of ogba]

we can start the speculations and what will be our favorite teams for next season
What do you think about it?


thanks to x-ray

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Previous season:
- UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Season - winner PSG
- UEFA Champions League 2023/24 Season - winner Real Madrid
- UEFA Champions League 2022/23 Season - winner Manchester City

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- Real Madrid is the last winner of the cup.
- UEFA Champions League is the first cup of Europe. After Europa League and Conference League.
- There are 80 teams total, 32 in group stage in 8 group.
- Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UEFA_Champions_League

Last week when I opened the just-concluded UEFA Champions League 2024/2025 season, I noticed the thread was locked, but I didn't know it was because a new thread for the UEFA Champions League 2025/2026 season was already open. My favorite team could have been Manchester United because I am a Manchester United fan, but since my club didn't qualify for the UEFA Champions League 2025/2026 season, I will choose Real Madrid as my favorite team when the UEFA Champions League 2025/2026 season starts.

[Abdulzuruku01]

Robert Lewandowski has shown his enormous quality, both as a human and as a player. i am sorry that Barcelona is considering selling him, after so much dedication and hard work i expected a little respect towards him.
I didn't like this thing..

Robert Lewandowski is a man of reputation, and I don't think that Barcelona should sell him because he has provided a lot of manpower for the club, and I am sure that even if they sell him, it's going to be very difficult for them to get a player that will replace him because his contribution to the club is actually a big one because even with his age, his performance is exceptional.

And I'm sure even Barcelona fans don't want them to sell him because of his contribution, and you hardly see people complaining about him because his always delivering, so there is no need for them to criticize him because his trying that all that i will say.

Everybody knows that R. Lewandowski has performed excellently for Barcelona, but still it won't be a bad idea to sell him if they find his replacement. Julian Alvarez, in my opinion, will do the job well. R. Lewandowski performance this season shows that age has begun to affect his football ability because with the chances that were created for him this season, I don't expect any goal competition between him and Kylian Mbappe because Mbappe is always struggling creating chances for himself while other players are creating chances for Lewandowski. They need active striker like Alvarez it they want to keep to their performance.

[SilverCryptoBullet]

Everybody knows that R. Lewandowski has performed excellently for Barcelona, but still it won't be a bad idea to sell him if they find his replacement.

Lewandowski is very talented, experienced, professional and also highly ambitious even at his very old age so that he has been able to prolong his career and play at very good level. He is old and has more and bigger burden of ageing season by season so Barcelona must seriously consider possible replacements on Lewandowski in near future.

Julian Alvarez, in my opinion, will do the job well. R. Lewandowski performance this season shows that age has begun to affect his football ability because with the chances that were created for him this season, I don't expect any goal competition between him and Kylian Mbappe because Mbappe is always struggling creating chances for himself while other players are creating chances for Lewandowski. They need active striker like Alvarez it they want to keep to their performance.

Julian Alavarez already shown his quality in Manchester City, Argentina national team and Atletico Madrid, so he has proven both his talent, and ability to play well against expectation and pressure. He will be a good replacement for Lewadowski in Barcelona but chance of having him from Atletico Madrid is not too high. Barcelona have problems in finance and they won't be able to spend too much money for purchasing Julian Alvarez while it is like only reason for Atletico Madrid to sell Alvarez. With an important player like this, Atletico Madrid won't sell him for cheap transfer cost.

[bastisisca]

If Barca decides to cash in on Lewandowski, no club is going to pay a huge amount of money because of his age, except clubs from Saudi Arabia. Although, I don't think this is going to happen this summer because Barca appreciates his contribution to the team and wants to keep him. Since he moved to Barca, he has not decline in form. He has consistently being their top scorer, and this season, he scored 42 goals in all competitions. That's insane from a 37 years old.

So i don't understand if Barcelona wants to give away Robert Lewandowski or not. If they are rumors then they are doing it on purpose to fuel some kind of noise to make Lewandowski and Barcelona fight.
If there is nothing certain, then it means they are keeping it

[Hewlet]

If Barca decides to cash in on Lewandowski, no club is going to pay a huge amount of money because of his age, except clubs from Saudi Arabia. Although, I don't think this is going to happen this summer because Barca appreciates his contribution to the team and wants to keep him. Since he moved to Barca, he has not decline in form. He has consistently being their top scorer, and this season, he scored 42 goals in all competitions. That's insane from a 37 years old.

So i don't understand if Barcelona wants to give away Robert Lewandowski or not. If they are rumors then they are doing it on purpose to fuel some kind of noise to make Lewandowski and Barcelona fight.
If there is nothing certain, then it means they are keeping it

Making lewandoski and Barca fight? For what purpose? The coming season is going to get even tougher and there's no way Barca will allow whatever emotional attachment they share with Robert lewandoski come in the way with whatever plans they had for the coming session. Thier arc rival is already getting some new and more energetic players into Thier squad, if the management dims it fit to let go of Robert lewandoski, it's going to eventually happen and there's nothing anyone can do about it. Look at Luka modric for instance, even though he's a rare asset at Madrid and didn't want to go, when the time came for himself and the club to part way, it happend and there was absolutely nothing he could do about it. Most times, the business part of football always supercedes every other thing or affiliation that a player shares with the club, it's that simple.