Lamine Yamal promises Spanish fans an inspiring response against Saudi Arabia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 1:40 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Lamine Yamal expressed confidence in the Spanish national team after a disappointing goalless draw against Cape Verde in the World Cup. The 18-year-old Barcelona forward emphasized unity and pledged to showcase their true capabilities in the upcoming match. Yamal is expected to play a larger role against Saudi Arabia on June 23, as Spain aims for its first victory in the tournament. Coach Luis de la Fuente has indicated plans to increase Yamal's playing time after carefully managing his fitness following a recent hamstring injury.
- •Spain drew 0-0 against Cape Verde in their World Cup opener.
- •Yamal played only 19 minutes in the last match due to fitness management.
- •He is expected to play around 45 minutes against Saudi Arabia.
- •Spain looks to secure a win on June 23.
- 1:40 PMYahoo Sports — Lamine Yamal makes confident promise after frustrating World Cup start: ‘We will show who we are’
"Spain’s World Cup campaign has started with more questions than answers, but one person who remains completely unfazed is Lamine Yamal.The Barcelona superstar has delivered a message of confidence a...
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