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‘Messi aside’ – Gavi hails Yamal as ‘the best’ in world football

Spain’s midfield dynamo Gavi has offered high praise to his Barcelona and national teammate Lamine Yamal, describing the 18-year-old prodigy as the finest player on the planet when Lionel Messi is excluded. Both players are currently focused on capturing World Cup glory, with Gavi expressing confidence that the young winger can withstand the pressure of knockout-stage football as Spain push for the title.

Mbappe ‘far superior’ to Yamal, says Ballon d’Or winner

Former Ballon d’Or recipient George Weah has dismissed any comparisons between Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe and Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal, asserting that the French forward is ‘far superior’. Weah, who was full of admiration for Mbappe’s leadership and form, shared his thoughts as France continue their pursuit of success at the 2026 World Cup.

‘If I were him, I’d do it!’ – Yamal urges Alvarez to move from Atletico to Barcelona

Barcelona’s young star Lamine Yamal has openly encouraged Julian Alvarez to leave Atletico Madrid for the Camp Nou, declaring that the Argentine forward would be joining the “best club in the world.” The rising talent made the statement amid growing speculation about Alvarez’s future following reports of a strained relationship with coach Diego Simeone.

Bielsa delivers ‘painful’ farewell to Uruguay in marathon press conference

Marcelo Bielsa has offered an emotional and deeply reflective goodbye to the Uruguay national team after their unexpected group-stage elimination from the World Cup. The Argentine coach held an intense 100-minute press conference, calling the exit “very painful” while presenting detailed data to justify his team’s tactical approach and performance.

‘I’m going to win the World Cup’ – Yamal claims France are ‘not better’ than Spain

Lamine Yamal has issued a bold statement to Spain’s World Cup opponents, declaring that Didier Deschamps’ France are not superior to La Roja. Brimming with self-belief as the knockout rounds begin, the Barcelona youngster confidently predicted that he would lift the World Cup trophy in North America.

World Cup 2026 Golden Boot race: Mbappe draws level with Messi

The 2026 World Cup is in full swing, and the competition for the coveted Golden Boot – awarded to the tournament’s top scorer – is heating up. With 48 nations vying for the ultimate football prize, the race remains wide open. Here, GOAL continues to monitor the leading scorers as the world’s best players battle for individual glory.