Tears and glory for Ewa Pajor, the striker who ended her Champions League ‘jinx’ at the sixth attempt
Ewa Pajor finally broke her Champions League 'jinx' by scoring twice in the final against Lyon, leading Barcelona to a 4-0 victory. After five previous final losses, her determination and resilience paid off in Oslo. This victory marks a significant milestone in her career, adding a coveted European title to her achievements.
- ▪Ewa Pajor had lost five Champions League finals before finally winning in 2026.
- ▪She scored twice in the final against Lyon, contributing to Barcelona's 4-0 victory.
- ▪Pajor had previously played for Wolfsburg and Barcelona, experiencing heartbreak in earlier finals.
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