International football has its own challenges far different from those at FC Barcelona. While club football presents a more consistent platform to work on, international football is more rare experience. From the oldest veterans to the youngest stars at Barcelona, every player wants to represent their nation.
As highlighted by SPORT, the latest 5-1 victory for Spain over Northern Ireland in a pre-tournament friendly saw 16-year-old Lamine Yamal showcase his best abilities. By doing so, he puts Luis de La Fuente in an almost undeniable position to possibly consider him as a starter come the start of the Euros in a few days.
The Barcelona prodigy completed 19 successful passes, creating 5 big chances from them. Moreover, he made two crucial assists as well, one for Fabian Ruiz’s goal and the other for the goal of Mikel Oryazabal. Moreover, he did this with 41 touches, and completed 5 of the 6 dribbles he attempted.
From the frontline to the defense, Lamine Yamal put on a massive show. Time will tell if it was enough to earn him a starting role at the Euros, but one thing is for certain: this Barcelona prodigy is destined for great things, even at the international level with Spain.
