Barcelona coach Xavi praised young star Lamine Yamal, saying he may be young in age but plays like an experienced professional. After another strong performance, Xavi made it clear that Yamal is not just a kid, but a key player.
Yamal Shines in El Clasico as Barca Near the Trophy
Barcelona are now just one step away from winning the La Liga title for the 2024-25 season. After their exciting 4-3 win over Real Madrid in El Clasico, they need only 2 more points from their last three matches to be officially crowned champions. Even if they don’t play another match, they can still win the title — as long as Real Madrid do not win their next match against Mallorca on Tuesday.
Yamal Steals the Show in a 7-Goal Thriller
In one of the most exciting El Clasico matches in recent years, Barcelona beat Real Madrid 4-3. Seventeen-year-old forward Lamine Yamal played a key role in the victory. Although he scored only one goal, his performance throughout the match gave confidence to his teammates and caused constant trouble for Madrid’s defenders.
Yamal’s amazing dribble runs and shooting skills kept Barcelona alive when they were behind early in the game. Coach Hansi Flick praised him highly after the match, saying Yamal is not just a young player — he is already showing maturity and intelligence far beyond his age.
From 2-0 Down to Winning the Match
Real Madrid took an early lead in the match and went up 2-0. But Barcelona didn’t give up. Defender Eric Garcia scored to make it 2-1. Then, in the 32nd minute, Yamal scored a beautiful goal to level the score 2-2. That goal gave Barcelona the boost they needed to believe they could win.
In total, Barcelona had 9 shots on target, and Yamal took 5 of them. He also completed the most dribbles in the match. The young forward showed confidence and strength like a senior player.
Hansi Flick said, “His goal changed the whole game. For someone so young to score in a match like El Clasico is very special. We expect big things from him in the future.”
Yamal Shows Maturity Beyond His Age
When a reporter asked Flick if Yamal was being given too much responsibility for someone under 18, the coach replied, “He’s not a kid anymore. He knows what he’s doing. He has the belief that he can make a difference. He’s smart, strong, and very focused.”
Yamal himself spoke to reporters after the game. He said, “This win was really important for us. Especially after we lost in the Champions League, this match gave us a chance to feel good again.”
Treble in Sight for Barcelona
With this win, Barcelona are on the edge of winning the La Liga trophy. If they win it, they will have completed a domestic treble this season. They have already beaten Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup and Copa del Rey earlier in the year. Winning La Liga will make it a perfect season in Spain for them.
Even though they were knocked out of the UEFA Champions League semi-finals by Inter Milan in a close 4-3 match, Barcelona have shown their strength and determination in domestic competitions. Their victory over Real Madrid proves that they are the best team in Spain this season.
Final Words
Barcelona now lead La Liga and are just waiting for the final confirmation. If Real Madrid drop points in their next game, the trophy will be in Barcelona’s hands. With players like Yamal stepping up and playing like stars, the future looks very bright for the Catalan club.