Don't be so quick to judge Lamine Yamal based on his personal life.

In today’s football world , where the spotlight often comes with the spotlight on personal life, Lamine Yamal stands out as both an admirable and vulnerable phenomenon. At just 18 years old, the Barcelona player has reached a level of global influence that many stars may never achieve in their lifetime.

But along with the magical shots and impromptu assists comes a media "storm", where every detail off the field is exploited to the fullest.

During his recent summer vacation, Yamal chose to enjoy life: traveling to many countries, organizing parties on yachts, and especially a noisy birthday party on July 13. Images from this event quickly spread, causing a lot of controversy when sensitive details about the guests appeared.

That turned Yamal from a football prodigy into a name discussed not only in sports but also in social and entertainment newspapers.

However, it is worth noting that Yamal did not let himself slide into that noise. Back on the pitch, he immediately proved where his value was affirmed.

Last weekend’s match against Mallorca in the first round of La Liga 2025/26 was a perfect example: an impromptu backheel assist for Raphinha, then a powerful shot that went straight into the top corner of Leo Roman’s goal – all in a performance that earned him the “Man of the Match” award. The way Yamal played showed a focus and determination beyond his 18 years, and reminded everyone that the pitch is the most important “front”.

It was at this point that commentator Gonzalo Miro spoke up, not to praise the goals, but to defend the real person behind the player. He frankly stated that: linking private life with playing performance is forced and wrong.

Lamine Yamal exploded at the age of 18.

At 18, the impact of everyday controversies is hardly enough to shake his performance on the pitch. Miro also stressed that if there are consequences from an unbalanced lifestyle, they will appear later - not now.

That's a fair point of view. Because young talent like Yamal needs time to mature, both professionally and personally.

The modern generation of players no longer lives in the dark, they have to learn to balance between football and the flash, between the joy of youth and the huge expectations of the public. What Miro does, in fact, is not only defending an individual, but also a general reminder: look at players with a fair lens, do not rush to turn ordinary mistakes into a "death sentence" of public opinion.

Yamal continues to write his story today in the best possible way: with goals and assists. After 116 appearances for Barcelona, scoring 26 goals and contributing 35 assists, he has proven himself to be more than just a passing sensation but a genuine star who is shaping the future of the club.

Football, after all, is where talent shines. Private life, although inseparable, must be kept within the limits of respect. Lamine Yamal is not perfect, and does not need to be perfect at the age of 18. But with what he is showing, fans have the right to believe that the most important thing - his pure football - is still intact and more brilliant than ever.

Source: https://znews.vn/dung-voi-ket-an-lamine-yamal-chi-vi-doi-tu-post1578110.html