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Yamal's home targeted by burglars after Spain progress to WC final

Spain sensation Lamine Yamal has been the victim of a terrifying security scare after burglars targeted his Barcelona home in the early hours of Wednesday morning. The incident occurred just hours after the teenager helped La Roja secure their place in the World Cup final with a 2-0 victory over France.

Spain boss delivers updates on Yamal & Porro after double injury scare

Luis de la Fuente has moved to calm fears regarding Lamine Yamal after the teenage sensation appeared to be struggling physically during Spain's World Cup semi-final win over France. The Roja boss also provided a fitness update on Pedro Porro, who was forced off late in the contest as Spain secured their place in the 2026 showpiece.

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Rodri slams referee over handling of Yamal in World Cup win

Spain midfielder Rodri has hit out at the officiating standards during La Roja's World Cup semi-final victory over France, claiming teenage sensation Lamine Yamal is not being afforded enough protection. Despite securing a place in the final, the Manchester City star expressed his frustration at the rough treatment handed out to the Barcelona wonderkid.

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Rabiot insists France have 'no anti-Lamine Yamal plan' for World Cup semi

Adrien Rabiot has firmly dismissed suggestions that France are engineering a specific tactical blueprint to neutralise Spain winger Lamine Yamal in their World Cup semi-final clash. The midfielder also addressed the lingering fallout from his previous criticism of the Barcelona prodigy, which famously backfired during their Euro 2024 encounter.

Yamal mocks Martinez and denies World Cup nerves

Lamine Yamal dismissed suggestions that numerology could influence Spain's World Cup semi-final against France, while taking a swipe at former Portugal boss Roberto Martinez. The teenage winger also insisted he feels no anxiety before the biggest match of his career and remains focused only on helping Spain reach the final.

Kounde dismisses Yamal tension ahead of semi-final

Jules Kounde has dismissed any notion that Lamine Yamal's confident remarks ahead of Spain's World Cup semi-final against France have caused unease. The Euro 2024 champions and the 2022 World Cup runners-up are set to battle it out for a place in the final on Tuesday.

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'Everything is more difficult' - Porro opens up on Yamal relationship

Pedro Porro has emerged as a vital component of Spain's starting line-up at the 2026 World Cup, forming a formidable partnership with Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal. Despite starting the tournament on the bench, the Tottenham defender has become indispensable for Luis de la Fuente on the right flank, and has now opened up on his connection with Yamal.

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Barcelona president Laporta hails Messi for 'extraordinary' 2026 World Cup

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has expressed his immense admiration for Lionel Messi’s continued brilliance, describing the forward's 2026 World Cup campaign as "extraordinary". Speaking from Dallas ahead of the tournament's semi-finals, Laporta also took the opportunity to evaluate the performances of Lamine Yamal and Anthony Gordon.

Rodri tells Yamal to 'calm down' as wonderkid battles 'anxiety' before WC semis

Spain captain Rodri has called on teenage sensation Lamine Yamal to control his "anxiety" and desire to impress as La Roja prepare for a monumental World Cup semi-final against France. The Manchester City midfielder believes the Barcelona youngster remains a vital component of the team but needs to rediscover his composure to reach peak performance.

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Konate insists France won't fall into Yamal's 'trap'

Ibrahima Konate has hit back at Lamine Yamal’s claims that France should be "afraid" of Spain ahead of their blockbuster World Cup semi-final tie. Speaking from the French camp in Boston, the Real Madrid defender insisted Les Bleus are remaining humble and blocking out external noise.

Yamal’s girlfriend Garcia makes Bieber-themed World Cup plea

Spain are within touching distance of glory at the 2026 World Cup, but Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal has been handed some extra motivation from a very familiar source. His girlfriend, Ines Garcia, has taken to social media using a Justin Bieber theme to ensure the teenager has his eyes firmly on the prize ahead of a final that will feature a performance by the pop superstar himself.

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'We beat them twice!' - Yamal insists Spain is 'not afraid' of France

Lamine Yamal says Spain have nothing to fear ahead of their World Cup semi-final against France after reminding Les Bleus of La Roja's recent record in the fixture. The teenage winger also brushed aside criticism of his goalscoring record, insisting team success matters far more than individual numbers.

‘The next 20 years belong to him’ – Yamal showing signs of Messi, Maradona, Pele and Ronaldo

Xavi has recalled the moment he first realised Lamine Yamal was a once-in-a-generation talent, revealing how the Barcelona teenager immediately reminded him of Lionel Messi. The former Blaugrana boss also explained why he believes the Spain international has the mentality and ability to dominate world football for years to come.

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