How Barcelona coach foresaw Lamine Yamal's wonder goal against France at Euro 2024

• Lamine Yamal inspired Spain to a comeback victory against France in the Euro 2024 semi-final with an exquisite goal
• His record-breaking strike against the two-time champions helped La Roja set up a date with England in the final
• But according to Yamal, he was foretold he would score in the last-four clash by the new FC Barcelona manager

Lamine Yamal's sensational performance at the 2024 UEFA European Championship has turned heads as Spain eyes the Henri Delaunay trophy.

The Barcelona wonderkid, who turns 17 a day before the final against England, has already smashed a number of records at the tournament.

Lamine Yamal shed light on how Barcelona boss, Hansi Flick, predicted his goal against France on July 9, 2024. Photo by Stu Forster.
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Lamine Yamal's role in Spain's journey

Prior to reaching the grand finale, Lamine played an integral role in helping Spain overcome a tough group of Italy, Croatia, and Albania before getting past Georgia, Germany, and France.

Yamal's stunning goal against Les Bleus made him the youngest player to score at a European Championship as Luis de la Fuente's men completed a comeback in the semi-finals.

How Barcelona coach predicted Lamine Yamal's goal?

Shedding light on his breathtaking strike, the teen talent provided context on the preceding events leading up to his wonder strike.

He explained that Barcelona head coach, Hansi Flick, had earlier predicted that he would score against France, having drawn blank in his previous games.

"I often talk to Hansi Flick on WhatsApp. Before the game against France, he told me that I was going to score, and that's what happened," Yamal told RAC1, as quoted by Tribuna.

Lamine, who appears to be fond of the German tactician, opened up on his good relationship with Flick.

"After the game, we spoke again. Even if these are just messages, I'm happy to already have good relations with him," the Spaniard added.

Lamine Yamal's records and potential milestones

In addition to his goal, Yamal has three assists at the tournament, and no Spaniard has ever provided four at a single European Championship.

Aged 17 years and one day, the La Masia graduate could become the youngest player to ever feature in a World Cup or European Championship final when Spain takes on England in the final, per The Analyst.

Lamine Yamal's Euro 2024 records

Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Yamal stole the spotlight with his brilliant performance in the UEFA Euro semi-final clash against France, becoming the first teenager to score in the competition.

The Barcelona youngster also etched his name into history on the night, breaking a flurry of tournament records.

The 16-year-old, who has been nothing short of a revelation at the tournament, elevated his game even further with a brilliant performance against France.

Source: YEN.com.gh