Barcelona’s rising star Lamine Yamal is set to feature against Atlético Madrid in the Copa del Rey clash, just days after suffering a nasty injury against Las Palmas.
The 16-year-old winger endured a brutal challenge that left his sock drenched in blood, sparking outrage within the club. Barcelona coach Hansi Flick called for stricter officiating, arguing that leniency only encourages reckless tackles.
“We cannot say that Lamine or certain players are especially protected; it should be so for everyone. If yellow cards are not shown, hard offenses continue to repeat,” Flick stated.
Despite the alarming nature of the injury, Yamal appears to have made a swift recovery. The young attacker even shared an image of his wounded leg on social media, reassuring fans of his readiness.
With Yamal playing a crucial role for Barcelona this season, his availability provides a significant boost for Flick’s side as they prepare for a high-stakes encounter against Atlético.
