Barcelona youngster Lamine Yamal has sent a confident message ahead of their decisive Champions League quarter-final second-leg clash against Atletico Madrid, as the Catalan giants aim to overturn the tie and book a place in the semi-finals.
Heading into the encounter, Yamal is riding a wave of strong form and growing influence under Hansi Flick.
As a result, the teenager is embracing the high-stakes atmosphere and backing himself to make a decisive impact when it matters most.
“I feel great, I’m really looking forward to tomorrow’s game, I’m motivated for it and I hope I can make a difference, let’s see if Cholo does me a favor and puts me one-on-one with some player and I hope so,” he told a pre-match press conference.
“I’m really looking forward to it. I’ve always said that at the beginning of the season my level was questioned a lot because of the pubalgia, and I like that these moments are coming because that’s when the real players come out, and I’m really looking forward to tomorrow.”
Furthermore, Yamal made it clear that Barcelona are fully prepared to fight until the final whistle, with belief still strong in the camp that a comeback is within reach.
With intensity expected to be at its peak, the young forward emphasized the team’s commitment to leaving everything on the pitch.
“We promise that if we are eliminated, it will be fighting until the end, we will not leave a single minute without pressing and running, we will give it our all, it will be a 90-minute game or more, it is not over, a comeback is very possible and that is why we are here,” he added.
Meanwhile, Yamal’s impressive numbers in the competition, five goals and four assists in nine appearances, underline his growing importance in Barcelona’s attacking setup.
Consequently, all eyes will be on the teenager as he looks to inspire his side in what promises to be a thrilling European showdown.
As kickoff approaches, the Blaugrana will need both flair and resilience, and with Yamal brimming with confidence, the stage is set for a potentially unforgettable night.
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