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Lamine Yamal is the main target of a particular documentary by DAZN, ‘Decoded’ which explores his fast rise at FC Barcelona. Regardless of being simply 17 years previous, the winger has already made historical past together with his performances.
In an interview for the documentary, the 2024 Golden Boy spoke about his footballing origins, his mindset, and his ambitions.
“Strain doesn’t exist. It’s simply one thing psychological. You simply must deal with having fun with your self,” mentioned Lamine, about how he offers with the strain of taking part in for Barcelona at his tender age.
Increasing on his view on it, he added: “If you begin taking part in, there is no such thing as a strain. In case you play badly, strain turns into an excuse. It’s one thing you place in your individual head.
“If you don’t give it some thought, it isn’t there. The bottom line is to have enjoyable, benefit from the recreation, after which there is no such thing as a strain – that’s what I attempt to do.”
Psychological assist at Barcelona
Lamine additionally acknowledged the psychological assist offered by Barcelona, notably as he progressed by way of the academy taking part in alongside a lot older teammates.
“Shifting up classes is thrilling, but when a 14-year-old is taking part in with 19-year-olds, it’s completely different. At 14, you might be nonetheless doing foolish issues, whereas a 19-year-old is already paying hire or driving their mom’s automotive,” he admitted.
“The membership’s psychologist helped me so much as a result of, actually, I used to be like a ‘little brat’ in each sense,” the 17-year-old added.
Lamine additionally revealed that he avoids social media, regardless of being conscious of what’s mentioned about him, saying:
“In my first 12 months, I used to test, however earlier than the Euros, there was a number of speak about whether or not Nico and I had been really Spanish, whereas Laporte and Le Normand had been.
“I made a decision to cease trying, and since then, I don’t test in any respect, though generally my associates inform me issues.”
A particular expertise. (Photograph by David Ramos/Getty Photographs)
“A number of occasions, the media reward you as a result of they assist your crew, and in the event that they criticize you, it’s as a result of they again a rival membership. What actually issues is what your coach, captains, household, and people who genuinely care about you assume,” he added.
Future ambitions
Requested the place he sees himself in two years, Lamine made his objectives clear, saying: “On the crew stage, I hope to have gained a Champions League and to be trying ahead to the World Cup. Individually, I need to preserve bettering and attain the very best stage attainable.”
At simply 17, he understands his position as an inspiration to younger followers, as he mentioned: “Due to my Moroccan household roots, Moroccan youngsters look as much as me. However Spanish youngsters do too, due to the Euros. I’m very happy with that.”
Dealing with racist abuse
Reflecting on the racist abuse he suffered over the past El Clasico on the Santiago Bernabeu, he shared a private anecdote about his household’s response.
“My mom was actually fearful. She noticed every part on her telephone and thought I might be upset. She referred to as me, however I used to be truly very glad as a result of we had gained 0-4. If we had misplaced, perhaps I might have been fascinated about why folks say this stuff,” he mentioned.
“However in the long run, you must get pleasure from life. If somebody insults you, it’s as a result of their values should not proper. They had been in all probability simply indignant as a result of they misplaced.”
Lamine credit his mom for making certain he had a constructive childhood, saying: “I all the time inform her how grateful I’m. She had a tricky time, however she made positive I by no means noticed something dangerous – solely the gorgeous elements of life. That allowed me to get pleasure from every part.”
When describing himself as a participant, he emphasised his creativity as a key asset, stating:
“I’m artistic and enjoyable to look at. I’d go some time with out touching the ball, however in a single minute, I can do one thing thrilling. That’s how I see myself.”
From road soccer to Barcelona’s first crew
From the streets of Rocafonda to the Barcelona first crew. (Photograph by David Ramos/Getty Photographs)
Since debuting for Barcelona at 15 in 2023, Lamine’s rise has been meteoric.
“I all the time imagined changing into a footballer and taking part in for Barça sooner or later, however by no means this quickly. It’s a dream to be taking part in within the Champions League,” he admitted.
“All the pieces is going on so quick that I by no means cease to consider it. Fortunately, I’ve by no means had a critical damage, and I’m simply having fun with this journey.”
The 2024 Golden Boy winner went on to confess that, as a toddler, he initially noticed soccer as a person problem.
“After I first began coaching, I didn’t perceive techniques. I got here from taking part in within the park, the place it was all the time one-on-one battles. I might get the ball and by no means go,” he mentioned.
“My father defined to me that I wanted to contain my teammates, and that modified every part.”
Lastly, he revealed a novel means he developed his dribbling expertise, saying: “When my dad picked me up from coaching, he introduced our canines. They had been off-leash and would chase the ball. That basically helped my dribbling!”
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