Lewandowski brace earns Flick first Barcelona win

Robert Lewandowski scored twice as Barcelona came from behind to beat Valencia 2-1 in their La Liga opener under new coach Hansi Flick. Hugo Duro put Valencia ahead, but Lewandowski equalized before halftime and scored a penalty early in the second half. Barcelona fielded three 17-year-olds, including Lamine Yamal, whose father was recently stabbed. Flick praised the team’s improved second-half performance and Lewandowski expressed satisfaction with the win. AFP