Blitz Bureau
NEW DELHI: Spain striker Mikel Oyarzabal’s said that the team will great greatly benefit from the creativity of Yamal’s presence in the on going FIFA World Cup tournament in the US.
Despite having scored 27 goals in 55 appearances for Spain, Oyarzabal remains less widely known internationally than players such as Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland and Harry Kane.
Speaking to reporters at Spain’s training camp, Oyarzabal was asked about being relatively unknown. “I don’t care and it doesn’t worry me. I’m not going to waste time focusing on these things,” he replied, adding that he does not worry about players from other teams, reports Xinhua.
“I care about what my teammates, the coach, and the staff say. It’s normal for people to talk, but I don’t give it any importance,” he insisted.
Oyarzabal preferred to discuss Lamine Yamal, who returned to Spain’s starting lineup with the opening goal in an all-action first half.
“We’re talking about one of the best players in the world and one of those who has the biggest impact on games. We really benefit from what he creates and the chaos he can generate for the opposition,” commented the striker.
“I’m lucky to have teammates who I know will score if I don’t get the chance. I’m not too worried about it. I’m not so concerned about individual performance; I’m focused on the team,” continued the forward.
