Lamine Yamal once again shone brightly in FC Barcelona's 3-3 draw against Club Brugge, in a match where he was the most decisive player for Hansi Flick's team. However, beyond his spectacular goal and great performance, the winger took advantage of his time in the mixed zone to clarify rumors about his physical and emotional state:
“There’s a lot of talk about my pubalgia and that I’m sad, it’s all lies”
The young man from Rocafonda showed maturity beyond his years both on and off the field. Despite being the best player in the match, he preferred to highlight the collective effort and lament that the Barça players couldn't secure the three points in a demanding duel against the Belgian champions.
Lamine analyzed the draw with self-criticism and a collective sense: "We knew Bruges were a good team, it's difficult to win when they score three goals against you. We need to improve on that," he declared. Although his performance was decisive, Barça's number 10 insisted that the most important thing is the team's performance and their ability to improve defensively.
A colossal goal after a backheel assist from Fermín
The goal from the young winger came after a great combination with Fermín López: “It was a quick play, Fermín backheeled it to me,” he explained. His precise and quick finish reflected his technical level and the confidence he is gradually regaining after weeks of muscle discomfort. Even so, Lamine himself downplayed his goal: “I'm more concerned that we couldn't get the win.”
That competitive mentality was also highlighted by Hansi Flick, who emphasized his maturity and commitment during the post-match press conference. The Barça player was asked about the constant comparisons with Leo Messi, to which he responded naturally:
“I can’t compare myself to Messi, I have to forge my own path”
A phrase that reinforces the humility and professional focus of a footballer who, at 18 years old, is already taking on a key role in the Catalan team. Regarding the rumors surrounding his osteitis pubis and supposed personal discomfort, Lamine was emphatic: "I don't read much, I have to play. There's a lot of talk about my osteitis pubis and that I'm sad, it's all a lie. I've always been happy, focused on my own thing, on getting back to work and playing at this level again, which is how I enjoy myself."
The Barça forward also wanted to send a message of reassurance to the fans: "I have to keep doing my job". His words and his performance demonstrate that the young winger has regained the form and freshness that made him one of the biggest revelations in European football. Barça fans can rest assured: Lamine Yamal is happy, motivated, and determined to continue shining in the Barça jersey.