Yamal Responds to Madrid Critics After Copa Victory

Barcelona's Lamine Yamal has responded confidently to criticism following his team's Copa del Rey final victory over Real Madrid, where he contributed two assists in a 3-2 win. Yamal asserted that critics 'can't say anything' as long as he is winning and clarified that he feels motivation rather than pressure before big games. The teenager also distanced himself from frequent comparisons to Lionel Messi, emphasizing his intent to follow his own path while admiring Messi as the greatest ever. Ahead of Barcelona's Champions League semifinal against Inter Milan, Yamal acknowledged Inter's defensive strengths and dismissed concerns regarding their recent league form, noting the difference in stakes. Despite his young age, Yamal has already made a significant impact for Barcelona and remains focused on contributing to the team's pursuit of more trophies.