Yamal cuts criticism: «Spain and Portugal have a point, but it's just the beginning»
Barcelona's young star reacts to the premature frenzy after Spain's draw at the 2026 World Cup and remembers: patience is the key.
Lamine Yamal drowned out the noise from critics who already wanted to declare the end of Spain in the 2026 World Cup after the goalless draw against Cape Verde in the debut. With the coolness of someone who has already experienced pressure as a youth player at Barça, the 17-year-old midfielder recalled that even Portugal, his home team, also came out in a draw in the first round. "Spain and Portugal have a point, but it's just the beginning", said Yamal, in a direct message to those who transform each tournament into an instant judgement.
