In a historic match on March 18, 2026, Robert Lewandowski made waves in the UEFA Champions League. Playing for FC Barcelona, he scored twice against Newcastle United in a thrilling 7-2 victory in the Round of 16. At 37 years and 209 days old, he became the oldest player to score in the knockout stage of the tournament.
Upcoming Quarterfinal Showdown
Three weeks after his record-setting performance, Barcelona is gearing up for another crucial fixture in the Champions League. On April 8 at 21:00, they will host Atletico Madrid at Spotify Camp Nou.
Potential for New Records
Spanish media suggest that Lewandowski will start the match. This presents him with a golden opportunity to extend his own record. If he scores, he will surpass his previous mark, becoming the oldest goalscorer in the knockout phase at 37 years and 230 days.
UEFA has emphasized Lewandowski’s status as the oldest scorer in the knockout rounds. However, the record for the oldest scorer in the entire competition belongs to Pepe of Portugal. He scored for Porto against Shakhtar Donetsk on December 13, 2023, when he was 40 years and 290 days old.
Chasing Further Records
If Barcelona advances to the final, Lewandowski could aim to become the oldest scorer in a Champions League final. Currently, the record is held by Paolo Maldini, who scored for AC Milan at 36 years and 333 days in the iconic match against Liverpool on May 25, 2005.
- Match Date: April 8, 2026
- Location: Spotify Camp Nou, Barcelona
- Opponent: Atletico Madrid
- Current Record: Oldest scorer in Champions League knockout stage at 37 years and 209 days
- Potential New Record: Oldest scorer at 37 years and 230 days
- Oldest Scorer in History: Pepe, 40 years and 290 days
- Oldest Final Goal Scorer: Paolo Maldini, 36 years and 333 days
The upcoming match will be broadcast on Canal+ Extra 1 and Canal+ Online, with live text coverage from WP SportoweFakty.
