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Africa-Press – Lesotho. <\/strong><\/span>Athletic Bilbao coach Ernesto Valverde lauded Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal as “extraordinary” following his side\u2019s 2-0 defeat to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final on Wednesday.<\/b><\/p>\n

Despite the loss, Valverde highlighted Yamal\u2019s exceptional skills and decision-making. \u201cLamine with the ball really makes the difference,\u201d Valverde said. \u201cWhenever he has the ball, we don\u2019t only worry about what he can do himself because he\u2019s got a radar and he\u2019s looking everywhere: far and close. Also technically, he can do anything. It\u2019s amazing how, with his age, the decisions he makes are always the best ones.\u201d<\/p>\n

Barcelona secured their place in the final with goals from Gavi Paez and Yamal. Gavi opened the scoring in the 17th minute, marking his first goal since returning to play in October after nearly a year sidelined by a severe leg injury.<\/p>\n

In the second half, Gavi turned provider, setting up Yamal in the 52nd minute. The 17-year-old showcased his composure and skill, controlling the pass while turning toward the goal before beating Athletic\u2019s goalkeeper Unai Simo\u0301n to seal the victory.<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Lesotho. Athletic Bilbao coach Ernesto Valverde lauded Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal as “extraordinary” following his side\u2019s 2-0 defeat to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final on Wednesday. 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