Lamine Yamal is officially having a rough time.
Just moments after Real Madrid defeated Barcelona 2-1 in a fierce El Clásico, Yamal learned the hard way that a shared national jersey doesn’t buy you respect. When the 18-year-old approached Dani Carvajal for a handshake, the veteran defender coolly refused, reportedly snapping: “You talk too much.”
That snub capped a controversial night for Yamal, who had already antagonized Real Madrid by publicly calling them “thieves.” The post-match heat didn’t stop there, as he quickly found himself nearly coming to blows with Vinícius Júnior—a confrontation that required intervention from teammates.
The On-Field Silence:
While the drama was loud, Yamal’s performance was whisper-quiet. Real Madrid successfully neutralized the talented winger, preventing him from registering a single shot on goal despite touching the ball 79 times.
The Off-Field Circus:
The biggest concern, however, is his focus. Yamal is making more headlines for controversial statements and “girlfriend scandals” than for his magical footwork. It seems he feels he’s above the need for discipline and is immune to criticism. Frustratingly, no one at the club seems able to rein in his youthful zeal and force him to prioritize his football.
A Star Losing His Way?
The article contrasts Yamal sharply with his rival, Kylian Mbappé. Mbappé, a global superstar since his teens, continues to shine—scoring the heroic goal in the Clásico—without succumbing to the negative pitfalls of celebrity. Yamal appears to be treading the dangerous path of indiscipline.
Yamal clearly has a score to settle, especially after his Bernabéu embarrassment. But the crucial question for Barcelona is: Can he clean up his act and refocus on the pitch before he gets his chance at revenge?
