Lamine Yamal Responds to Critics with Bold Message After Award Win

Lamine Yamal was one of the standout figures at Mundo Deportivo’s 120th-anniversary celebration, picking up the award for last season’s best player. In his speech, the young FC Barcelona winger talked openly about his future and the criticism he often faces, no matter how he performs on the pitch.

My game isn't solely based on that. It certainly creates controversy because when I play well, I don't score, and when I score, I don't play well. But I want to play well, for the team to win, and to continue in this vein.

— Lamine Yamal

I don't think about it. It's an award where if you're constantly thinking about it, you won't get the desired outcome. It depends on what you win, how you play, and who votes; it's not something solely decided by your individual performance. I just want to enjoy myself and win with Barca and the national team.

— Lamine Yamal

The important moments are approaching now, and this is where our quality players need to step up. I'm enjoying this period and I'm pushing for more,

— Lamine Yamal

It makes no difference; our group position only means we might get more rest. Whatever opponent we face... we'll give it our all and try to win,

— Lamine Yamal

It's the most difficult competition because it's the longest. Nothing is decided until the very end, and just like last year, we'll have to fight until the finish, accumulate points, and avoid losing any matches, because every game is crucial. Hopefully, we can achieve it.

— Lamine Yamal