Even Lamine Yamal was subbed off, barcelona head coach Hansi Flick offered a reassuring update to Blaugrana fans following the match against Borussia Dortmund, confirming that Lamine Yamal is in good condition and has not suffered an injury, contrary to initial concerns.
In the first leg of the 2024/2025 UEFA Champions League quarterfinal, held early this morning, Barcelona delivered a convincing performance against the German side. Yamal was trusted to start the match and impressed with his skill, pace, and vision—capping off his display with a crucial goal before being substituted off.
However, the young starlet appeared visibly uncomfortable as he left the pitch, sparking speculation and worry among fans and pundits that he might have picked up a knock.
Flick: “He Was Just Tired”
In the post-match interview, Hansi Flick promptly addressed the situation to clear the air. According to the German tactician, there was no injury involved—Yamal was simply exhausted.
“I think Lamine has been playing at a very high intensity in recent weeks,” said Flick to SBOTOP. “He looked like he was running out of steam, so I decided to take him off earlier to let him recover and avoid unnecessary risk.”
Ansu Fati Steps Up
Coming on in Yamal’s place was Ansu Fati, and Flick made it clear that the substitution was not just routine, but well-earned.
“I don’t just hand out minutes for the sake of it. Ansu deserved his chance today because of the work he’s been putting in during training. This was both a reward and an important opportunity for him to continue progressing,” Flick explained to Sports betting Site SBOTOP.
Ready for the Weekend Clash
With Flick confirming that Yamal is not injured, the 16-year-old wonderkid is expected to be available again as Barcelona prepare to face Leganés in La Liga on Sunday morning, April 13th, 2025.
Fans can breathe a sigh of relief—Barcelona’s rising star remains in top form and ready to continue his impressive season.
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