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Robert Lewandowski strikes twice for Chicago Fire in MLS win over Charlotte

First publishedAug 2, 03:48 UTC
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Robert Lewandowski strikes twice for Chicago Fire in MLS win over Charlotte
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Poland striker scores double on his home MLS debutMessi returns as Inter Miami draw 2-2 with ColumbusRobert Lewandowski scored two goals on his home debut as the Chicago Fire eked out a 2-1 victory over Charlotte FC on ⁠Saturday. The win is Chicago’s first in Major League Soccer since the end of the international break.Lewandowski, signed in late June as a free agent, produced a vintage performance to help the Fire (9-6-2, 29 points) close an ever-narrowing gap with the Eastern Conference’s top three clubs.

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Robert Lewandowski scored two goals for Chicago Fire in their MLS match against Charlotte FC. The Fire won 2-1 at Soldier Field on Saturday. His first goal came from a long-range shot in the 20th minute to equalize. His second goal in the 68th minute gave Chicago the lead and the win.

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Lewandowski's goals show his immediate impact after joining MLS, boosting Chicago's playoff hopes. It also highlights how a top European star can adapt to the league.

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Who scored both goals for Chicago Fire?
Robert Lewandowski scored both goals.
What was the final score of the match?
Chicago Fire beat Charlotte FC 2-1.
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The Guardian emphasizes Lewandowski as a free-agent signing, the win ending a winless streak, and Charlotte's road struggles. The Sun-Times focuses on his Barcelona transfer, two-year contract, specific goal details, and notes it was Fire's first home game in over two months.

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    Lewandowski's contract background

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    The Guardian USdescribes him as a free agent signed in late June
    Chicago Sun-Timessays he moved from FC Barcelona on a two-year deal
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    Context of the win

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    The Guardian UScalls it Chicago's first win since the international break
    Chicago Sun-Timesnotes it was Fire's first home game in over two months
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    The Guardian USmentions Charlotte lost four of last five road matches
    Chicago Sun-Timesdescribes 20th-minute screamer, 68th-minute go-ahead goal, and Biel's early lead
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