Lamine Yamal responds to Désiré Doué: 14-1

Lamine Yamal or Désiré Doué? The comparison between the jewel of FC Barcelona and the new star of Paris Saint-Germain has begun to take shape after those arrogant declarations. Last August, the French footballer responded in a 'cocky' tone on TikTok: "It's me!" when asked who was better of the two.

Doué: "I am better than Lamine Yamal"

With only 20 years recently completed, Doué completed an authentic great season in PSG with 16 goals and 16 assists, being key in the conquest of the Champions League with a double in the final against Inter.

For his part, Lamine Yamal, with just 18 years old, signed an outstanding course in Barça, lifting League, Cup and Super Cup and returning the club to a Champions League semi-final that had not reached since 2019.

The origin of the 'cockiness' and the open debate

Doué's statements on social networks, far from going unnoticed, fueled the morbid curiosity among fans and analysts. His "I am better than Lamine Yamal" was interpreted as a mixture of confidence and provocation.

The Frenchman has become the idol of the Parc des Princes after making people forget Mbappé's departure. However, his recent numbers contrast greatly with those of the Barça winger:

Last 14 matches played

• Désiré Doué: 1 goal, 0 assists
• Lamine Yamal: 8 goals, 6 assists

@Somhiseremfcb, through its account on the social network 'X', exposed the numbers of both players in the last 14 matches. The statistical contrast is evident and reinforces the perception that the Spanish international has already transcended the category of promise to settle among the best attackers on the continent, far above the Parisian player.

Lamine Yamal, on a higher step

Lamine Yamal broke the LaLiga record with his penalty vs Rayo - @LamineYamal

The winner of the Golden Boy 2024 not only shone with Barça, but also with the Spanish national team, where he was decisive in the Nations League, with decisive goals against France in the semifinals and in the final lost on penalties against Portugal.

With performances of such caliber, the '10' of Barcelona has made it clear that his evolution goes beyond the comparison with any emerging young talent. Lamine himself has consolidated himself as an offensive leader alongside Raphinha, while Hansi Flick prepares the way for him to continue being the great culé reference in the next decade.

Doué, the great hope of PSG

The French attacking midfielder, despite a recent drop in his figures, remains the great favorite for the Golden Boy 2025, an award that Pau Cubarsí is also eligible for.

His ability to unbalance in tight spaces, his physical power and his competitive personality make him one of the most promising players on the European scene. However, the current measuring stick is marked by a footballer two years younger than him and who has already proven to be differential in large scenarios.

Lamine Yamal vs Désiré Doué: a rivalry called to mark an era

Desiré Doué, during the final of the Champions 24/25 against Inter Milan

Barça and PSG have built in recent years a history of high-voltage clashes, from historic comebacks to decisive crosses in the Champions League. With the emergence of Doué and the consolidation of Lamine Yamal, the rivalry between both clubs acquires a new generational component.

In the same way that Messi and Cristiano marked an era, now the fight between the azulgrana prodigy and the Parisian pearl could become the great duel of the next decade. A pulse that will not only be fought on the lawn, but also in statistics, awards and collective titles.

The debate is served: is Doué really better than Lamine Yamal, as he said with a laugh? The numbers and the sporting impact indicate the opposite.

The Frenchman is the present and future of PSG, but the Barcelona player is already playing in another league. The rivalry is just beginning, and the world of football is rubbing its hands at what promises to be a legendary confrontation.

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