Hansi Flick commented on Lamine Yamal's performance after Barcelona's 6-1 La Liga victory over Alavés. Yamal scored twice, contributing to Barcelona's return to winning form following back-to-back defeats to PSG and Real Madrid. Flick noted it is easier to substitute Yamal when he has scored, mentioning the teenager's growing confidence in one-on-one situations.
Barcelona opened early through Raphinha and Fermín López before Yamal capped a team move before halftime. The win moved Barça back to the top of the La Liga table, ahead of Atlético Madrid. Flick praised his makeshift defence, with Frenkie de Jong at centre-back and Brian Fariñas making his full debut at right-back.
Several first-team defenders remain injured. Barcelona now face Aston Villa in the Champions League on Tuesday, with a top-of-the-table clash at Atlético looming next weekend before the international break.
Source: ESPN Soccer · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing