Barcelona’s MVP Lamine Yamal Reflects on Hard-Earned Victory Over Atletico: “If I Was Going to Score.
Barcelona’s rising star, Lamine Yamal, delivered an exceptional performance against Atletico Madrid, earning the MVP award after helping his side secure a dramatic 3-2 comeback victory. The match had looked bleak for Barça, who found themselves 2-0 down, but in a thrilling turn of events, they fought back in the final moments, with Yamal scoring the decisive goal to seal the win and further enhance his growing reputation.
After the match, the 17-year-old forward was in high spirits as he reflected on the hard-fought victory. His media appearance was slightly delayed as he was caught up in celebrations with his teammates in the locker room.
“We were all celebrating together in the dressing room. It was a very important victory, and today we’re leaving Madrid with a different feeling,” Yamal said, clearly relishing the win.
On His Celebration
Yamal’s goal, which proved to be a game-changer, prompted an emotional outburst from the youngster. He ripped off his shirt and sprinted to the corner flag, joining his teammates in a jubilant celebration. The frustration of being behind for most of the match had built up, and scoring such an important goal was a release of all that emotion.
“It was out of frustration and helplessness because we were giving everything, but the goals weren’t coming. Robert’s goal was crucial, and I just wanted to celebrate it like that. What the team is doing is incredible,” Yamal explained.
Ending His Scoring Drought
The goal against Atletico was especially meaningful for Yamal, as it marked the end of a brief La Liga goal drought. Despite this, the young forward was never concerned about his lack of goals, as his focus has always been on contributing to the team. He was confident that when the right moment came, he would find the back of the net.
“Was I missing a goal? I knew that if I was going to score, it would be in important games. The key thing was that the team was winning,” Yamal shared.
On the Goal
Reflecting on the moment he scored, Yamal explained how he noticed his marker, Gallagher, moving away, giving him just enough space to control the ball and take the shot. With calmness beyond his years, he seized the opportunity, making it one of the most important goals of his career to date.
“When I saw Gallagher moving away from me, I took control of the ball and hit it with everything I had. Luckily, it went in. It’s perhaps one of the most important goals I’ve ever scored,” he said.
A Win That Sends a Message
Beyond his individual achievement, Yamal emphasized the importance of the victory for the team. The comeback sent a strong message, and with a game in hand, Barcelona now find themselves in a commanding position at the top of the league.
“Winning was a statement. We are leaders with a game in hand,” he concluded.
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