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Lamine Yamal misses the end of La Liga but secures his place in the World Cup

Lamine Yamal will miss the rest of La Liga due to a serious injury but ensures his presence in the World Cup with Spain.

Marta Sanz
Marta Sanz
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A tough blow for FC Barcelona

FC Barcelona faces a significant challenge in the final matches of La Liga, as their young star, Lamine Yamal, will be unable to participate due to a hamstring tear in his left leg. This injury occurred during the match against Celta, where Yamal left the field after feeling severe pain. Despite being a major loss for the team managed by Hansi Flick, the club's doctors have confirmed that his participation in the upcoming World Cup is assured.

Although Lamine Yamal will not be available for the remaining six matches of the season, Barça's medical staff have opted for a conservative treatment that will allow him to recover in time for the World Cup starting on June 15. The head coach of the Spanish national team, Luis de la Fuente, breathes a sigh of relief knowing he will have him, although there are concerns about possible relapses.

Yamal's absence is a tough blow for a team looking to consolidate its lead in La Liga. With a nine-point advantage over Real Madrid, the pressure now falls on his teammates. The club's acting president, Rafa Yuste, has expressed confidence that the squad will be able to overcome this adversity. However, players like Gavi have expressed their dismay at the situation: “It’s a tough blow because he is a very important player and we need him.”

Throughout his short professional career, Lamine Yamal has faced several injuries. This is already his third significant absence; he previously suffered from pubalgia and a right ankle injury. Despite these setbacks, he has managed to maintain an impressive statistic: 24 goals this season (16 in La Liga) and 18 assists. However, he will now have to add six more matches to his list of injury absences.

As the end of the season approaches and with the World Cup in sight, fans are eager to see how Lamine Yamal's recovery will unfold. His talent has been crucial for FC Barcelona this year and will be vital for Spain in the international competition. Meanwhile, the blaugranas will have to adapt to playing without him as they fight to secure their league title.

Marta Sanz

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