Barcelona superstar back in training with protective mask ahead of Athletic Club clash | OneFootball

Barcelona returned to training this morning after their 3-0 victory over Atletico Madrid in the second leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals.

Although the aggregate score was not enough to progress, the team delivered a strong performance at the Spotify Camp Nou, with fans applauding and cheering the players after the final whistle.

With little time to rest, the squad resumed training to begin preparations for their next league fixture against Athletic Club.

Robert Lewandowski back in training

According to SPORT, Robert Lewandowski was training on the field days after suffering an injury to his eye socket.

The Polish striker has now received his protective mask and has begun working separately from the group with the objective of being fit for the weekend match against Athletic Club at San Mames.

Back in training. (Photo by Judit Cartiel/Getty Images)

Barça accelerated the process to ensure the 37-year-old striker could obtain the necessary protection as soon as possible after he sustained the injury in the game against Villarreal over the weekend.

Lewandowski has already completed his first exercises wearing the mask and, so far, the feedback is positive. If he continues to progress well in the coming days, it is not ruled out that he could be called up for the trip to Bilbao.

Within the club, there is optimism, as they believe the veteran superstar could be a key figure in what is always a demanding match at San Mames, and they hope he will be available to help the team.

Despite the unexpected nature of the injury, as he did not receive an obvious heavy blow, the hope is that the forward could return to action as soon as this Sunday.