Lamine Yamal gave an interview to RTVE, talking about his injury, prospects for upcoming games, and his belief that Messi is the greatest player in history.
Q: Your name has been mentioned as a possible starter against Saudi Arabia.
A: Even if I start, it won’t be to play the full 90 minutes. It’s still too early for that. I’m still adapting, and I’m not ready to play the whole match yet, but I can come on as needed by the coach.
Q: What about your good friend Nico?
A: He’s in even better physical shape than me. There’s no rush for either of us. We have an excellent squad full of top-tier players, and we need to take things step by step.
Q: How do you feel about your huge popularity?
A: I’m used to it; it’s nothing new. I know how well-known I am both in Spain and abroad. I give my absolute best, which is what people expect from me. When you see that big poster of me on a building in Atlanta, it’s because my performances on the pitch excite fans and make them look forward to my games.
Q: Do Mbappé and Messi’s goals affect you?
A: Our styles of play are different. I just want to enjoy football and win matches. I don’t want to score 16 goals only to get knocked out in the semi-finals. That’s not what I’m after.
With Messi putting in a brilliant display in the opening game, Yamal shared his thoughts on the Argentine star:
A: Messi proves he is the greatest of all time in every single match. If anyone still has doubts, they’re just looking for faults on purpose. There’s not much more to say. Neymar is my idol, but Messi is the best there’s ever been.
Q: Thoughts on potentially facing Messi’s side?
A: At the end of the day, if you want to win the World Cup, you have to beat the very best opponents. If we don’t cross paths in the group stage, we might meet them in the final. We are Spain, and we’re eager to test ourselves against the strongest teams.
Q: Looking ahead to Sunday’s game against Saudi Arabia.
A: It’s clear we have to win on Sunday. We’re one of the favourites to lift the trophy, and victory is non-negotiable for us.
ManDMB
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I couldn't careless we chose Ronaldo cause we see how the world hate him. I don't want u Messi fan to come here and hate, we'll stand with Ronaldo even if the world is against him.
Davichi
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It's that simple. Ronaldo fans don't know the difference between an idol and the GOAT. Like him or hate him, Lionel Messi has proven that he's the undisputed GOAT. The only footballer to win the WC golden ball TWICE. The footballer with the most Ballon d'OR (8) in the history of football.
Kevin201
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One problem solved
Fris
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I couldn't careless we chose Ronaldo cause we see how the world hate him. I don't want u Messi fan to come here and hate, we'll stand with Ronaldo even if the world is against him.
If the world hates him, Are you not also in the world loving Ronaldo or you are an alien? If you are part of the world, then you are also hating him per your comment
nerosgotya
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I couldn't careless we chose Ronaldo cause we see how the world hate him. I don't want u Messi fan to come here and hate, we'll stand with Ronaldo even if the world is against him.
Nobody brought up Ronaldo please stfu man
Damabostuy
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I couldn't careless we chose Ronaldo cause we see how the world hate him. I don't want u Messi fan to come here and hate, we'll stand with Ronaldo even if the world is against him.
Ooohhhh …nobody hate renaldo men …we just love football he he is playing trash
nuaadknpsz
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CR7 the greatest 🐐 of all times 💪💪
AnuateziBenedict
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When you want to give your opinion just don't talk about the opinion of others
Jahcdilnou
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I couldn't careless we chose Ronaldo cause we see how the world hate him. I don't want u Messi fan to come here and hate, we'll stand with Ronaldo even if the world is against him.
rubbish 😂
Dihdeilotz
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I couldn't careless we chose Ronaldo cause we see how the world hate him. I don't want u Messi fan to come here and hate, we'll stand with Ronaldo even if the world is against him.
you mean penalty boy, the one who dives and cries for penalty is not liked ??? ronaldos a diva who cries for penalty
Cutcdeklmy
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short up u little brat
EAG1996
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I know what Yamal is trying to gain favor from FIFA and Barcelona no problem but CR7 is still the greatest anyway
Kikdiklmsu
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I couldn't careless we chose Ronaldo cause we see how the world hate him. I don't want u Messi fan to come here and hate, we'll stand with Ronaldo even if the world is against him.
He deserves to be hate by his ego Pride & selfish, even his team mate hate him cox he is an idiot..
Goldenstack
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I couldn't careless we chose Ronaldo cause we see how the world hate him. I don't want u Messi fan to come here and hate, we'll stand with Ronaldo even if the world is against him.
Stop with the lies you dímwít. You Ronaldo's arrogance and the useless nature of his fans are the reasons why people ending up hating him. For your information, that has nothing to do with who the GOAT is. The GOAT is proved on the field of play and nothing else. Unlike your social media goat, Messi has proved over and over again on the field that he's the undisputed GOAT. If you can't deal with it, you can shock.
reyabdlnuz
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I couldn't careless we chose Ronaldo cause we see how the world hate him. I don't want u Messi fan to come here and hate, we'll stand with Ronaldo even if the world is against him.
stupid idiot is it a must to mention his name any time Messi's name is mentioned?
Mezdkmsyz
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I couldn't careless we chose Ronaldo cause we see how the world hate him. I don't want u Messi fan to come here and hate, we'll stand with Ronaldo even if the world is against him.
You Ronaldo fans are pathetic fools. What didn’t you guys do to Messi when he had no international trophy, u called him names, you teased him with useless stickers, now you want to play innocent now that ur man can’t turned things around. You think yesterday is today Ronaldo is a waste in Portugal squad just admit he’s not the same line he used to be. The truth hurts it’s hard for you guys to swallow it😂😂
Lowkey10
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I couldn't careless we chose Ronaldo cause we see how the world hate him. I don't want u Messi fan to come here and hate, we'll stand with Ronaldo even if the world is against him.
my guy the truth is that we don't hate Ronaldo he is the 2nd GOAT but u guys trying to put him infront of Messi ahh that's just dumb honestly, yeah like him like lamine does Neymar but don't say he is the goat