'Yamal is even worse at dribbling than my coach Xabi Alonso'

28/10/2025 16:53:00 ScoreStream

A succinct reply from a Real Madrid defender after El Clasico acted as a sharp reminder to Lamine Yamal about humility, after the Barcelona youngster caused a stir with arrogant comments pre-game.

El Clasico is always a stage for great stars, where true courage and class are tested. But for Lamine Yamal, the recent clash became the clearest reflection between expectation and reality. After repeatedly taunting Real Madrid, the 18-year-old left only an image of recklessness and lack of control in a forgettable performance at the Bernabeu.

Before the game, Lamine Yamal stirred controversy by openly mocking Real Madrid in a conversation with a famous streamer, calling the opponents "a team that dives and complains." This statement quickly spread, making him the focus of Spanish media. Yet, when El Clasico began, the young player was completely overshadowed. This made the responses from Real players after the match even more cutting.

Điểm nhấn đáng chú ý nhất Yamal để lại ở trận Siêu kinh điển lại là những drama bên lề. (Ảnh: ESPN) — The most notable highlight Yamal left in the classic match was the off-field drama. (Photo: ESPN)

Throughout the 90 minutes, Yamal was almost harmless on Barcelona's right wing. He had no goals, no assists, no shots on target, and lost possession more than 20 times. The Bernabeu crowd booed every time he touched the ball, while Real Madrid defenders, especially Alvaro Carreras, easily neutralized all his attempts.

After the match, when asked how to deal with Yamal, Carreras just smiled and said: “I didn’t have to do much; coach Alonso dribbles better than him during our training sessions.”This answer fueled even more discussion about Yamal’s underwhelming display.

While Yamal was silent, Real Madrid proved their top-of-the-table strength with goals from Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham securing a 2-1 victory. Barcelona left Madrid disappointed, and Yamal faced a wave of criticism for his lack of focus and arrogant attitude.

Alvaro Carreras đã khoá chặt ngôi sao của Barca. (Ảnh: ESPN) — Alvaro Carreras tightly marked the Barca star. (Photo: ESPN)

Many experts believe Yamal is caught up in the fame whirlwind too early. At 18, he has natural talent but remains a rough gem needing refinement. If he doesn’t pause to learn humility from this defeat, will Lamine Yamal mature and come back stronger, or become a prime example of talent defeated by arrogance?

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