Mario Kempes questions Lamine Yamal’s impact for Spain in World Cup

Mario Kempes has expressed skepticism regarding Lamine Yamal's ability to lead Spain during the ongoing FIFA World Cup. While Spain has topped their group, Kempes noted that Yamal needs to demonstrate his quality on this stage, unlike in club football. Yamal has had a modest start to the tournament, showing signs of recovery from injury but lacking the rhythm expected of a superstar. Kempes pointed out the unique challenges of the World Cup, emphasizing that players like Pedri play crucial roles in team dynamics. Spain's future matches are pivotal as they rely on Yamal to step up amid injuries in the squad.

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