Coach Xabi Alonso: “Lamine Yamal is the driving force for Real Madrid to win”

(Dan Tri) - Coach Xabi Alonso believes that Lamine Yamal's statements before the match gave Real Madrid players the strength to win the El Clasico.

Before the El Clasico match on the evening of October 26 in round 10 of La Liga at Bernabeu Stadium, young Barcelona striker Lamine Yamal had a remarkable conversation with former football legend Gerard Pique and famous content creator Ibai Llanos.

Yamal became the focus of criticism from Real Madrid players for his statements before the Clasico (Photo: Getty).

At that time, this 18-year-old talent suddenly had a statement directly attacking the opponent Real Madrid. Lamine Yamal frankly said: "Yes, they (Real Madrid) both stole and complained, doing things that I don't understand." This statement immediately ignited tension before the big match.

As a result, Barcelona suffered a 1-2 defeat against Real Madrid and the match ended with a tense brawl between players of the two teams.

"We had a tense match, which led to an emotional outburst after the match. In fact, those types of clashes always happen, as a way to show the desire to win of both teams.

But Yamal's words before the match were the motivation for us to win. Because we understood that this match was not just about winning 3 points. As for the fight between the players at the end of the match, it was a temporary tension.

Clashes like this always happen, not only in this match but in any big match. There is nothing to worry about, as long as the players do not go too far and affect the image of the team," coach Alonso said after the 2-1 victory over Barcelona at the Bernabeu on the evening of October 26.

Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham scored for Real Madrid. Barcelona only had one goal thanks to Fermin Lopez. Vinicius also made an outstanding contribution in this match, but the most notable image was his angry reaction when he was substituted in the 72nd minute.

Coach Alonso did not blame Vinicius' attitude when he was substituted in the 72nd minute (Photo: Getty).

Facing his student's anger, coach Alonso still kept his composure: "The only thing Vinicius lacked was a goal. Yes, I let him go when he was playing very well, I needed someone fresh to control the match.

“He wants to stay, that’s normal. Franco Mastantuono also reacted the same way when he was substituted. That shows they both have a great desire to play,” said coach Alonso.

Winning all 3 points, Real Madrid continues to lead the table with 27 points, 5 points more than second-placed Barcelona.

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