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Lamine Yamal: Lionel Messi Comparisons Put 'Maximum' Pressure On Barca Star, Says Carles Puyol


Published on 2024-12-15 12:45:20 - Outlookindia
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  • The Barca starlet was named Young Player of the Tournament, won Goal of the Tournament and was included in the Team of the Tournament, while he has since scooped the 2024 Golden Boy award

The article from Outlook India discusses the immense pressure on Barcelona's young star, Lamine Yamal, due to comparisons with football legend Lionel Messi. Former Barcelona captain Carles Puyol has voiced concerns about these comparisons, noting that they place an unfair burden on the 16-year-old. Yamal, who has already made history by becoming the youngest player to debut for Barcelona in La Liga and the youngest to score in the competition, is seen as a prodigious talent. However, Puyol emphasizes the need for patience and support from fans and media alike, highlighting that Yamal's development should not be rushed or overshadowed by expectations to emulate Messi's career. The article also touches on Yamal's recent performances, including his goal against Granada, and the broader context of Barcelona's current season, where the team is looking to rebuild with young talents like Yamal at the forefront.

Read the Full Outlookindia Article at:
[ https://www.outlookindia.com/sports/football/latest-news-lamine-yamal-lionel-messi-comparisons-put-maximum-pressure-on-barcelona-star-says-carles-puyol ]