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Barcelona clinches perfect home season; Lewandowski departs

5/18/2026

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Barcelona defeated Real Betis 3-1 on May 17, 2026, completing a perfect home season, the first for a Spanish club since 1959/60.
Raphinha called Lewandowski an example, thanked him for sharing the dressing room, and handed him the captain’s armband in his final match.
João Cancelo scored Barcelona’s third goal and showed strong attacking and defensive play.
Lewandowski announced he will leave Barcelona at the end of the season.

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Barcelona defeated Real Betis 3-1 on May 17, 2026, completing a perfect home season, the first for a Spanish club since 1959/60.
Raphinha called Lewandowski an example, thanked him for sharing the dressing room, and handed him the captain’s armband in his final match.
João Cancelo scored Barcelona’s third goal and showed strong attacking and defensive play.
Lewandowski announced he will leave Barcelona at the end of the season.