Lewandowski Reflects on Yamal's Role in Spain's World Cup Success

WHO:

FOX Sports - Lamine Yamal, Robert Lewandowski, Luis de la Fuente

Goal.com - Lamine Yamal, Luis de la Fuente

WHAT:

FOX Sports - Lewandowski stated, "I was happy because I know they were ready to win the World Cup. They are very young and the future is in front of them."

FOX Sports - Lewandowski outlined his ambition to deliver immediate success for Chicago Fire, stating, "I'm ready to do this and try to help my team-mates and new club take the next step, and also to win some titles."

Goal.com - Lamine Yamal scored one goal in 616 minutes during the 2026 World Cup and completed a tournament-high 35 dribbles.

Goal.com - Pedro Porro scored his first two goals for Spain during the 2026 World Cup, including a crucial goal that helped Spain defeat France to reach the final.

Goal.com - Pedro Porro played a part in Ferran Torres' World Cup winning strike in the final against Argentina.

Goal.com - Pedro Porro scored his first two goals for Spain during the 2026 World Cup, including a crucial goal that helped Spain defeat France to reach the final.

Tottenham Hotspur - Pedro Porro was named in FIFA's Dream XI for the 2026 World Cup, recognized for his performances throughout the tournament.

Tottenham Hotspur - FIFA's Dream XI for the 2026 World Cup included Vozinha (Cape Verde), Pedro Porro (Spain), Dayot Upamecano (France), Lisandro Martinez (Argentina), Marc Cucurella (Spain), Rodri (Spain), Michael Olise (France), Jude Bellingham (England), Lionel Messi (Argentina), Kylian Mbappé (France), and Erling Haaland (Norway).

FOX Sports - Lewandowski stated, "Honestly, no, we didn't [see his best this tournament]. The best performance, the best Lamine for me, of course, wasn't the last season, but two seasons ago, that was for me now the best version of Lamine Yamal."

Tottenham Hotspur - Pedro Porro was named in FIFA's Dream XI for the 2026 World Cup, recognized for his performances, including scoring his first two goals for Spain during the tournament.

FOX Sports - Lamine Yamal made eight appearances during the 2026 World Cup, scoring one goal in 616 minutes and completing a tournament-high 35 dribbles.

Goal.com - Luis de la Fuente praised Yamal's performance, stating he "has matured a great deal" and "worked immensely hard for the team."

WHERE:

FOX Sports - The 2026 World Cup took place in the United States.

FOX Sports - Lewandowski supported Spain in the final against Argentina due to his connections with players from Barcelona.

WHEN:

FOX Sports - Yamal entered the 2026 World Cup after recovering from a hamstring injury that sidelined him during the closing stages of Barcelona's La Liga campaign.

FOX Sports - Lewandowski made his debut with Chicago Fire against Inter Miami CF following international duty and a summer break.

WHY:

Goal.com - Lewandowski explained that Yamal's performance was impacted by not playing for eight weeks prior to the World Cup, stating, "it's tough if you don't play eight weeks and you have to start playing in the World Cup."

FOX Sports - Lewandowski explained that Yamal's performance was impacted by not playing for eight weeks prior to the World Cup, stating, "it's tough if you don't play eight weeks and you have to start playing in the World Cup."

FOX Sports - Lewandowski explained that Yamal's performance was affected by his recovery from an injury that kept him out for eight weeks before the tournament.

FOX Sports - Lewandowski supported Spain over Argentina because he knows many players from Spain and spent significant time with them at Barcelona.

HOW:

Goal.com - Luis de la Fuente noted Yamal's mental development as significant, stating, "He has matured a great deal, worked immensely hard for the team, and known how to put the general good before individual glory."

Goal.com - Luis de la Fuente stated that Yamal "has had an extraordinary experience and a fantastic performance" during the tournament.

FOX Sports - Manager Luis de la Fuente managed Yamal's workload by limiting his minutes in the opening matches of the tournament.

Lewandowski expressed his excitement about the potential of his new team, the Chicago Fire, saying he is ready to help his teammates achieve success and win titles. He also praised the young talent on the national team, highlighting their readiness to compete for the World Cup. Meanwhile, Luis de la Fuente commented on Yamal's impressive mental development, emphasizing his hard work and selflessness for the benefit of the team.