Lamine Yamal: Neymar has Always Been my Idol
Lamine Yamal, the young Barcelona sensation, has openly expressed his admiration for Neymar, calling the Brazilian superstar his idol and an inspiration. In a heartfelt interview with CNN, Yamal shared his earliest memories of watching Neymar, describing the profound impact the player had on his love for football.
“Neymar has always been my idol… a star, a legend,” Yamal began, his eyes lighting up with passion as he spoke about the player who inspired him to dream big. “I was five years old when I saw Neymar at Santos. He was doing things on the pitch that seemed magical, almost unreal. It was like watching an artist paint a masterpiece but with a football.”
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Yamal recalled how Neymar’s style of play, filled with flair, creativity, and audacity, captivated him from an early age. “When I was seven years old, I saw him live at Camp Nou. It was incredible. The atmosphere, the energy, and watching Ney up close—it was something I’ll never forget,” he said, his voice filled with nostalgia.
While Yamal acknowledged the greatness of Lionel Messi, who was Neymar’s teammate at Barcelona during that time, he emphasized what set Neymar apart in his eyes. “Yes, Messi was there, who was also incredible. Neymar was totally different. He played with such joy and freedom. It felt like he was dancing on the ball. It inspired me to express myself on the pitch in my own way.”
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For Yamal, Neymar represents more than just a footballer. He sees him as a symbol of creativity and individuality, traits that the young Spaniard hopes to emulate as he continues to rise in the world of football. Neymar’s influence on Yamal is evident not only in his admiration but also in the flair and confidence with which he plays the game.