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Lewandowski: Yamal wasn't at his World Cup best
23 Jul
Summary
- Lewandowski believes Yamal's best form was two seasons ago.
- Yamal played in the World Cup despite an eight-week injury layoff.
- The veteran striker supported Spain's World Cup winning team.
Robert Lewandowski recently shared his assessment of Lamine Yamal's performances during World Cup 2026, suggesting the young Barcelona player did not reach his highest potential at the tournament. Lewandowski indicated that Yamal's best form was evident two seasons prior.
The veteran striker explained that Yamal entered the World Cup following an eight-week absence due to injury. This lack of recent match experience made it challenging for him to immediately perform at his peak, especially with games occurring frequently.
Despite these challenges, Yamal showcased significant skill and positively impacted the Spanish team. Lewandowski expressed happiness for his former Barcelona teammates who achieved World Cup glory, noting his personal support for the Spanish national team.
He acknowledged knowing many Spanish players personally and having spent considerable time with them at Barcelona, making their victory particularly meaningful. Lewandowski also recognized Lionel Messi's achievement with Argentina in winning the previous World Cup.
