Spain: Eden Hazard makes a confession about Yamal

10.07.26 FT World Cup

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On the eve of the 2026 World Cup quarter-final clash between Belgium and Spain, Eden Hazard showered Lamine Yamal with praise.

The former Red Devils captain believes that the Spanish prodigy showcases some of the same qualities he himself displayed at the start of his career. Read more about the Spanish wonderkid here.

"Lamine Yamal reminds me a bit of myself when I started out. I was about the same age and there were a lot of expectations. If he keeps enjoying himself on the pitch, I'm convinced he'll have a fantastic World Cup. He's the kind of player people love to watch," the former Chelsea Blues star told Marca.

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