Barcelona's Flick to defend 'emotional' teen Lamine Yamal against criticism
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said he would defend teenage star Lamine Yamal against criticism in advance of Wednesday's Champions League quarterfinal first leg against Atletico Madrid. Flick told reporters Tuesday, "I will always support him."
Yamal, 18, was visibly irritated after Barcelona's 2-1 victory at Atletico in La Liga on Saturday. Spanish media reported that a member of the Barcelona coaching staff admonished him from the sidelines for shooting when he could have passed. Flick admitted Yamal's shows of disapproval on the sideline sometimes create headlines that are not ideal for the team. Flick said that Yamal helped Barca to the Champions League semifinals last season.
Flick said the quarterfinal tie against Diego Simeone's Atletico would be tricky to navigate, starting at Camp Nou on Wednesday in the first leg. Marcus Rashford is in line to start on the left flank in place of the injured winger, Raphinha.
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Barcelona's coach Hansi Flick is preparing to defend young player Lamine Yamal. The coach acknowledges the player's occasional emotional outbursts, but hints at why he will continue to support him.
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