Lamine Yamal Expresses Frustration After Substitution Against Alavés

Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal has opened up about his disappointment following his substitution in the LaLiga match against Alavés. After being replaced by Ansu Fati in the 67th minute, Yamal revealed that his feelings of frustration stemmed not from the decision made by coach Hansi Flick, but from his own performance during the match. He admitted he was "unhappy" with the level he displayed and felt he could have contributed more to the team's efforts.

In an interview with RNE, Yamal emphasized his commitment to maintaining high personal standards. He shared that he strives to push himself to play at his best in every match, indicating that his dissatisfaction was rooted in his belief that he did not help the team enough during the game. Flick, he mentioned, understood his sentiment and encouraged him to focus on being at 100 percent for the next outing.

Yamal also praised Flick's approach to coaching, highlighting the close relationship he maintains with players of all ages within the squad. He noted that this supportive atmosphere fosters confidence among the team members, contributing positively to their performance. Yamal expressed that the team's enjoyment of the current style of play, combined with a string of victories, has created a happy and motivated locker room environment.