Lamine Yamal posted a photo on Instagram few days after Spain lost to Portugal in the UEFA Nations League. The young Spanish football sensation scored three goals in the tournament.
In his picture, Yamal appeared relaxed and happy, showing no signs of disappointment. Yamal is standing inside a stylish designer store. The background shows luxury furniture and mannequins dressed in expensive clothes. His pose is casual, as he flashes a peace sign with a wide smile.
Yamal is wearing a digital-camo jacket, a black Louis Vuitton t-shirt with a yellow “LV” logo, black cargo shorts, and black sneakers. Around his neck are two silver chains, one of them with the number 19. He also wears a black-and-white trucker hat, slightly tilted to the side. His look is well put together and fashionable.
Spain loss in UEFA was disappointing. They started the Nations League final strong and controlled much of the game. They took the lead twice, but Portugal quickly scored to tie the game both times. Spain had many chances but could not finish well. The match ended 2-2 after extra time, so it went to a penalty shootout.
Portugal scored all their penalties, while Spain missed one, which cost them the win. Spain’s failure to finish their chances was the main reason they lost. The loss was disappointing but not too harsh, and the team may need to think about improving their finishing.
Yamal’s post shows he is not burdened by the loss as he is still young and should’nt be. Even after a loss, he remains calm and focused on enjoying life off the field.
Lamine Yamal responds to critics during well-earned vacation
Lamine Yamal is taking a break after a strong season. He helped Barcelona win two trophies and played well for Spain in the Nations League. He shared photos on Instagram from his vacation, including a helicopter ride and time at the beach.
One photo included a short message “Del malo se quejan y del bueno abusan”, which translates to:
“They complain about the bad ones and abuse the good ones.”
Lamine Yamal’s message seemed to answer critics like Guti, who didn’t like Yamal wearing a backwards cap at a Spain press conference.
“I don’t know if this is the first time I’ve seen a guy with a cap backwards. I don’t like that because he’s with the Spanish national team!”, Guti said about Yamal to El Chiringuito.
Yamal did not respond directly, but it was a subtle answer to him. At 17, he is already seen as a top young player,and he will return to training next month when Barcelona starts pre-season.