The FIFA World Cup held significant meaning for Barcelona, as Spain’s triumph represented a direct victory for the club and its academy in multiple ways.
The Catalan club featured as many as eight players in the squad that won the World Cup, including notable names like Dani Olmo, Lamine Yamal, Pau Cubarsi, Ferran Torres, and Pedri, who all played key roles in the tournament.
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Notably, the winning goal in the final was netted by a Barcelona player, underscoring the rising profiles of all the squad members associated with La Roja.
Yamal’s Unshakable Composure Before the Final
The Spanish national team shared footage of Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal in the hours before the final against Argentina.
In these interactions, as reported by Mundo Deportivo, Yamal showcased remarkable calm, confidence, and an impressive mindset for a player of his age.
Yamal showed no fear facing Lionel Messi‘s side. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
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“We are going to Spain as world champions,” Yamal confidently stated in the visuals, exuding fearlessness before the biggest match of his career.
He remarked on his lack of nervousness, confessing that the reality of playing in a World Cup final had not yet sunk in.
“I’m not nervous. I think we are still not aware that we are going to play a World Cup final.”
Yamal’s confidence was evident as he openly expressed his belief that he could only envision his team lifting the trophy, dismissing thoughts of any possible defeat.
“I never think about defeat. It doesn’t enter my mind to lose. All I imagine is raising the cup.”
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Returning to Training Soon
The young star is set to return to training next week. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)
While Yamal may not have had a standout World Cup, coming off an injury, his contributions were valuable, playing an integral role in Spain’s attacking plays.
Now a World Champion at just a young age, Yamal is anticipated to rejoin Barcelona next week, where he will resume training under Hansi Flick.
The entire Spanish squad is expected back in Catalonia on August 12th, and Yamal will reconnect with many of his teammates from the national team in Barcelona, likely including his World Cup captain, Rodri.