Barcelona youngster Lamine Yamal says he avoids reading criticism online and rarely pays attention to media headlines.
BARCELONA, SPAIN — Lamine Yamal, the Barcelona and Spain forward, has revealed that he does not spend time reading criticism on social media or following media headlines. The teenage star made the comments while discussing how he handles pressure and public reactions to his performances.
According to Yamal, he barely checks Instagram and does not pay much attention to what people say online. He explained that he only visits Twitter after a good performance and avoids the platform when he feels he has not played well.
The young forward said, “On Instagram, I don’t read anything. I barely see anything. If I played well, I go on Twitter. If I didn’t, I don’t.” He also added that he does not follow the press or read headlines about himself.
Yamal has emerged as one of football’s brightest young talents after breaking into Barcelona’s first team at a young age. His performances for both club and country have attracted widespread praise and placed him under intense media attention.
Many professional footballers have spoken about the pressures created by social media and constant public scrutiny. Several players have chosen to limit their online activities to protect their mental well-being and remain focused on their careers.
The development means Yamal has adopted his own strategy for dealing with criticism as his profile continues to grow in world football. His comments also highlight the increasing challenges young athletes face in the age of social media and instant public reactions.
