This Friday, Movistar+ released Yamal's full appearance on the podcast The Universo Valdano, where Yamal discussed his views on El Clásico and his expectations for the Champions League. He said that Barcelona's current weakness lies in facing opponents like Bayern Munich and PSG. When asked about the teams favored to win the Champions League, he said he believes PSG is currently the favorite.

Tell us about your expectations for El Clásico.

"In Rashford's first El Clásico, we lost 1-2 at the Bernabéu. I watched his performance and thought he didn't seem to understand what El Clásico is. However, in the second leg, he finally understood the meaning of El Clásico. He scored from a free kick and showed a completely different intensity."

"If you come from La Masia, you understand what El Clásico means from the first time. You know it's a difficult battle. We've never faced Real Madrid in the Champions League, and I really want to meet them in that competition."

You've experienced racist incidents, insults, and derogatory language on the pitch multiple times.

"Although some measures have been taken, we need to be more serious with some decisions. Anyone who commits racism publicly, in the view of millions of children, must be punished accordingly. Many actions have been taken, which is good, but I believe the punishment approach should change; such behavior is completely unacceptable."

Tell us your thoughts on Messi, whom you faced in the World Cup final.

"Although everyone knows he's the greatest of all time, no one expected him to have such a legendary World Cup, leading his team to the final in every match. Argentina has many excellent players, but Messi always shines in crucial moments."

"In my opinion, he was the best player of that World Cup because of everything he is and everything he created. No one expected a player of Messi's age, not even him, could still reach such a high level."

The Champions League is Barcelona's main objective.

"Our weakness lies in facing opponents like Bayern Munich or PSG. They are physically stronger, forcing us to run more and maintain focus throughout the match. In contrast, Arsenal focuses more on tactics and emphasizes ball control."

Which team do you think is the strongest candidate to win the Champions League?

"I think it's PSG, but their problem is that it's very difficult to win again after winning once. That's the hardest thing in football—when you've won the title, winning again is the hardest part. That's why I worry we'll lose focus every time we win."

What's one of the biggest lessons you've learned?

"I was suspended from the national team for three weeks for doing something foolish. One day, on the way to training, Busquets grabbed me and asked: 'What did you do in the national team?' He was serious, of course; I was a kid and very scared."

"I told him what happened, and he said: 'Now you're at Barcelona, everyone knows who you are. No matter what kind of player you are, you have to follow the rules.' From then on, I set everything else in life aside and dedicated myself completely to football. I don't go out; I train, play, rest, visit my mother, and then it's just football, football, and football again.'"

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