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Lewandowski scores first MLS goals, leads Chicago Fire to victory
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Lewandowski scores first MLS goals, leads Chicago Fire to victory

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

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  • Robert Lewandowski scored his first two MLS goals for the Chicago Fire in a 2-1 victory over Charlotte.
  • The veteran Polish striker netted an equalizer in the 20th minute and the game-winning goal in the 68th minute.
  • This brace marked Lewandowski's debut goal-scoring performance in the American league, securing a crucial win for his team.

Robert Lewandowski needed three appearances to find the net in Major League Soccer, but when he did, he made his mark. The experienced Polish striker scored twice against Charlotte, leading the Chicago Fire to a 2-1 victory.

The visitors took the lead, but Lewandowski responded immediately. In the 20th minute, he received the ball outside the box and, with a perfect finish, sent it into the right corner of the net, equalizing at 1-1 and scoring his first goal in the American league.

Robert Lewandowski’s first MLS goal is a beauty!

— Major League SoccerSocial media post announcing Lewandowski's first goal.

The 38-year-old didn't stop there. In the 68th minute, following excellent team play from the Chicago Fire, he found himself in a shooting position inside the area. He made the right move to create space and, with a calm shot, completed the comeback, setting the final score at 2-1.

With this brace, Lewandowski opened his MLS account and signed his first major performance for the Chicago Fire, leading his team to an important victory.

Lewandowski brace in his home debut! Chicago leads 2-1.

— Major League SoccerSocial media post celebrating Lewandowski's second goal and the team's lead.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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