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Spain’s national team coach, Luis de la Fuente, has responded to concerns about Lamine Yamal’s recent injury, making it clear that no player, including Yamal, will receive special treatment.
This comes after Yamal was seen limping following Spain’s match against Denmark, and medical tests later confirmed a hamstring strain in his left thigh.
Regarding Yamal’s situation, de la Fuente explained that after the Denmark match, Yamal expressed doubts about being fully fit for Spain’s upcoming game.
As a result, the decision was made to rest him, which the coach noted is a common practice, not an exception.
“I’m going to tell the truth. Lamine had a problem at the end of the match. I asked him if he would be 100% fit on Tuesday and there were doubts.
Given that, it’s better to rest. We’ve done it with others, it’s no exception,” he said as quoted by AS.
The coach emphasised that when a player gets injured, some people may question whether proper caution was taken, but in Yamal’s case, the decision to play him was in line with standard practices.
“I don’t see anyone wearing a magician’s hat, you’re all the same as me. What had to happen is happening.
“Other teammates had no doubts and that’s why they’re here with us. Lamine had to play because this is football, there’s no more debate.”
Any pressure from Barcelona?
Lamine Yamal was injured during international duty. (Photo by Mateo Villalba Sanchez/Getty Images)
The coach also addressed claims that Barcelona had put pressure on the national team regarding Yamal’s fitness.
He stated that he has not had any contact with Barcelona and has a good relationship with the club.
“Pressure from Barcelona, zero. I haven’t spoken to anyone from Barça, I have a very good relationship with them. There hasn’t been a lack of commitment, there has simply been sincerity and honesty.”
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Author : Swapnil Bhopatkar
Publish date : 2024-10-15 06:48:51
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