‘Gavi’s been joking’ – Lamine Yamal ready to outdo Barcelona team-mate at World Cup with Spain
Lamine Yamal is preparing for the World Cup 2026 with Spain, where he aims to outshine his Barcelona teammate Gavi. Despite Gavi holding the record for Spain's youngest World Cup goalscorer, Yamal plans to become the youngest Spaniard to score a hat-trick in the tournament. Spain is considered one of the favorites, but Yamal emphasizes the importance of focusing on each match.
- ▪Lamine Yamal and Gavi are both part of Spain's squad for the World Cup 2026.
- ▪Yamal aims to become the youngest Spaniard to score a hat-trick at the World Cup.
- ▪Spain will begin their tournament on June 15th against Cape Verde.
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