Before the El Clasico, FC Barcelona’s star player Lamine Yamal stated that he and his colleagues think the Blaugrana is the “best team in the world” after the side’s 4-1 Champions League victory over Bayern Munich on Wednesday.
The 17-year-old was once again outstanding at the Montjuic Stadium, often defeating Alphonso Davies, who is regarded by many as the best-left defender in the world, and providing a brilliant assist for Raphinha to finish his hat trick in the second half.
Lamine was questioned after the game about Saturday’s El Clasico at the Bernabeu, which might ultimately determine who wins the Spanish top-flight title in May, given that Barca leads La Liga by three points over their fierce rivals.
Even though the local media referred to Bayern as the Catalans’ “ogre” and “bogeyman” in Europe, Lamine disclosed that “before this match we were already feeling very confident.”
“I think we are demonstrating why we think we are the greatest squad in the world. He added, “We will give it our all, and may the best team win.” Los Blancos had just defeated Borussia Dortmund, Bayern’s primary domestic rivals, 5-2 earlier this week.
It was “very important to beat Bayern 4-1 in a very important week,” Lamine emphasised.
Even if we’re having a great season, there’s always concern about what can occur in the Champions League. We’ve demonstrated that we’re a fantastic team,” he said again.
In an attempt to deflect attention from himself, Lamine emphasised Marc Casado and Pedri’s impressive midfield play, who is reportedly having his finest season yet.
And, of course, Rapha for his hat trick. Me? I believe it indicated that I had a terrific time, and I’m thrilled. Regarding his replacement of Ansu Fati in the 85th minute by manager Hansi Flick, he stated, “The change was good because I have to rest.”
Lamine will undoubtedly start on the right wing in the Spanish capital on Saturday, hoping to cause Carlo Ancelotti’s team, and Ferland Mendy in particular, a great deal of trouble.