Robert Lewandowski sits down with Rio Ferdinand to discuss his legendary career and share insights into the minds of two of football’s greatest managers: Pep Guardiola and Jürgen Klopp.
Hear Lewandowski’s honest take on Guardiola’s tactical brilliance and intense preparation, including how he interacted with the players at Bayern Munich. Lewandowski also opens up about Klopp’s unique ability to inspire and motivate players, recalling how one heartfelt conversation at Dortmund changed the trajectory of his career and links to Rio’s own experiences with his family.
From competing against Lionel Messi to redefining the role of a modern striker, Lewandowski reflects on the lessons he’s learned from football’s elite and reveals how young players like Lamine Yamal are able to have a positive impact on his perspective and career.
Lewandowski also opens up about the fact he’s still not won a Ballon d’Or, the reasons he believes that is still the case and reflects on the part of his career where he was competing with Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
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