Barcelona's Lamine Yamal Sparks Controversy Claiming Real Madrid 'Steal' Ahead El Clasico

Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal has sparked controversy ahead of the upcoming El Clásico against Real Madrid by accusing the rival team of "stealing" and complaining, remarks made during a Twitch broadcast with streamer Ibai Llanos and former Barcelona defender Gerard Piqué. Yamal's comments, which were delivered with a grin and in a playful tone, quickly escalated into a heated debate among fans and media, with some Madrid supporters viewing the remarks as disrespectful. Despite the backlash, Barcelona insiders remain confident in Yamal's ability to perform under pressure, highlighting his impressive track record against Real Madrid, including multiple goals and assists in previous encounters. The young star’s boldness has drawn criticism from Spanish commentators who argue he may be overstepping, given his status and influence at just 18 years old. This incident adds to a series of controversies surrounding Yamal, who continues to be a polarizing figure amid Barcelona's efforts to maintain team harmony. The El Clásico match at the Santiago Bernabéu remains highly anticipated, with Real Madrid currently leading the LaLiga table by two points.