Former Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane has lauded teenage sensation Lamine Yamal following his standout performances for Barcelona this season, particularly in the UEFA Champions League.
Yamal, just 17, has played a key role in Barcelona’s domestic dominance, helping the club secure a LaLiga title, the Copa del Rey, and the Spanish Super Cup in the 2024/25 season. Despite falling short in Europe, where Barcelona exited in the semi-finals at the hands of Inter Milan, Yamal’s brilliance did not go unnoticed.
In an interview reported by Marca, Zidane expressed his admiration for the young forward, especially after watching his performance against Inter.
“When you see him play, for example, the semi-final against Inter Milan… I’ve never seen anything like that in my life,” Zidane said. “Just watch someone who has such a command of his craft on the pitch. It’s fabulous to see him like that.”
Zidane, widely regarded as one of the greatest midfielders of all time, continued his praise, calling Yamal “the one to watch” among Europe’s rising stars.
“We all had fun with him, and that’s why, for all these young players, Lamine is the one to watch.”
A Star on the Rise
Yamal’s composure, creativity, and football intelligence have drawn comparisons to some of football’s biggest names, and his rapid development is turning heads across Europe.
With consistent performances at the top level, he is fast becoming a cornerstone of Barcelona’s future and a player fans and pundits alike are excited about.
As the 2024/25 season wraps up, Yamal’s name continues to trend, and Zidane’s remarks have only added fuel to the growing hype surrounding the teenager.
