- Lewandowski pulls out of Poland's next two games
- Includes World Cup qualifier against Finland
- Former Poland international not pleased with the veteran striker
Getty Images Sport'I don't like the gesture' - Barcelona star Robert Lewandowski slammed for pulling out of international duty as Poland prepare for vital World Cup qualifier against Finland
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✅ Carries ESPN Deportes, which broadcasts over 200 select LaLiga matches per season with traditional linear presentation and studio coverage.
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ESPN+
✅ Streams all 380 LaLiga fixtures throughout the season in both English and Spanish, including every El Clásico fixture.
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✅ Bundles Spanish top-flight football alongside extensive European and domestic action, including the German Bundesliga, Copa del Rey, and FA Cup.
Monthly from$11.99
Ultimate Sports Bundle
Fubo
✅ Carries ESPN Deportes, which broadcasts over 200 select LaLiga matches per season with traditional linear presentation and studio coverage.
✅ Includes local ABC stations and main ESPN channels for the high-profile marquee matches that are simulcast over traditional television.
✅ Allows you to record matches with unlimited Cloud DVR storage and stream up to four channels simultaneously on compatible TV devices.
Monthly from$32.99
Cable Replacement
DirecTV
✅ Carries local ABC stations and the main ESPN linear networks for marquee, nationally televised LaLiga fixtures without requiring an antenna.
✅ Offers ESPN Deportes either via the dedicated Spanish-first tiers (such as Óptimo Más) or as an add-on, giving you live TV commentary and dedicated studio coverage.
✅ Includes unlimited Cloud DVR storage and allows simultaneous streaming on unlimited compatible devices connected to your home network.
Monthly from$74.99
Total Coverage
ESPN+
✅ Streams all 380 LaLiga fixtures throughout the season in both English and Spanish, including every El Clásico fixture.
✅ Provides full match replays, extended highlights, and Spanish football studio shows (such as LaLiga Confidential and ESPN FC) accessible whenever you want.
✅ Bundles Spanish top-flight football alongside extensive European and domestic action, including the German Bundesliga, Copa del Rey, and FA Cup.
Monthly from$11.99
Ultimate Sports Bundle
Fubo
✅ Carries ESPN Deportes, which broadcasts over 200 select LaLiga matches per season with traditional linear presentation and studio coverage.
✅ Includes local ABC stations and main ESPN channels for the high-profile marquee matches that are simulcast over traditional television.
✅ Allows you to record matches with unlimited Cloud DVR storage and stream up to four channels simultaneously on compatible TV devices.
Monthly from$32.99
GettyTHE BIGGER PICTURE
Earlier this week, the 36-year-old revealed that he would not be joining the Poland national team squad for a friendly against Moldova followed by the World Cup qualifier against Finland. Lewandowski took to social media to explain his reasons behind withdrawing his name from the squad, citing that he was physically exhausted.
“Dear fans! Due to the circumstances and the intensity of the club’s season, the coach and I have jointly decided that I will not participate in the Polish national team’s training camp in June," he wrote. "Playing in red and white has always been a dream come true for me, but sometimes your body gives you a signal that it needs a temporary rest. I support the players with all my heart and believe we have beautiful moments and many goals to achieve. See you soon!”
AFPWHAT NEXT FOR ROBERT LEWANDOWSKI?
The former Dortmund and Bayern Munich striker had a terrific individual and collective season at Barcelona, scoring 42 goals in all competition to reach a century of goals in Blaugrana colours. He will be entering the final year of his contract, but it remains to be seen if he stays beyond the 2025-26 campaign. He does, however, have an option to extend his stay in Catalunya until June 2027.
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