Spain coach: A mistake to compare Yamal to Messi (opens original article in a new tab)

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said it's a mistake to compare Lamine Yamal to legends like Messi, and refused to confirm if Yamal would start against Saudi Arabia in the World Cup.

• Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said comparing Lamine Yamal to legends like Messi is a mistake
• Yamal is recovering from a muscular injury and may not start against Saudi Arabia
• De la Fuente denied concerns about team dynamics due to Yamal's spotlight
• Spain drew 0-0 with Cape Verde in their World Cup opener