Lamine Yamal disappoints

03/12/2025 06:23:00 pandatv

The win against Atletico failed to soothe the fans' frustration since Lamine Yamal kept worrying supporters by not leaving his mark in important games.

Barcelona's 3-1 win over Atletico Madrid at Camp Nou seemed to bring excitement to the fans, but the overall mood after the match focused on one name: Lamine Yamal. At just 18, the promising Barca winger carries huge expectations, yet once again he was unable to live up to that trust in a highly anticipated game.

The match was part of La Liga's 15th round, where Hansi Flick’s Barcelona entered as league leaders. Goals from Raphinha, Dani Olmo, and Ferran Torres secured all three points against Diego Simeone’s top-tier team. However, all attention after the final whistle centered on Yamal's lackluster performance.

Despite the 3-1 win, Barca still faced criticism aimed at the 18-year-old talent

During 88 minutes on the pitch, Yamal attempted three shots but failed to contribute directly. This extended his run without goals or assists in major matches this season. Social media erupted instantly, reflecting growing disappointment among fans. Many accounts claimed he was “stagnant,” “playing as if invisible,” and some even sarcastically noted:

“Lamine Yamal in big matches this season: PSG 0 G/A, Real Madrid 0 G/A, Chelsea 0 G/A, Atletico 0 G/A.”

Another fan bluntly wrote: “Lamine Yamal is very talented, a phenomenon. But he can’t even compare to Messi’s shadow; he still has many shortcomings, and I feel he’s stuck in a rut.”

Huge expectations continue to weigh heavily on Yamal, making every touch he has scrutinized

Still, not everyone is completely pessimistic. Some opinions suggest the match against Atletico could be seen as a small step forward since Yamal created a few quality moments despite not being in ideal form. The intense pressure, high expectations, and recent fitness issues have made his performances a hot topic weekly.

Journalist Manuel Meza Cienfuegos from Athlon Sports commented that this situation reflects the tremendous pressure faced by an 18-year-old player. Yamal remains a top talent Barcelona is banking on for the future, but to become the star leading the team in big games, he must overcome many obstacles.

With Barca needing a reliable attacking pillar, the question remains whether Yamal can soon return to the explosive form he showed earlier this season, or if the ongoing stagnation will continue to worry fans.

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