The Diet Lamine Yamal Will Follow During Ramadan
Barcelona’s rising star will observe Ramadan during a crucial stretch of the season, following a tailored plan to maintain peak performance.
The arrival of Ramadan once again coincides with a demanding stretch of the season for Lamine Yamal. The FC Barcelona winger will balance daytime fasting with the intensity of official competition, a challenge the club’s medical and performance staff are addressing through a fully personalized strategy.
This year, Ramadan runs from February 18 through late March and requires abstaining from food and drink during daylight hours, along with daily prayers and reflection. From a sporting standpoint, this period demands both physical and mental adjustments. However, this is not new territory for the young Barça star.
Barcelona’s tailored nutrition plan
Within FC Barcelona, managing Ramadan is not unfamiliar. In recent seasons, the staff has developed specialized routines for Muslim players such as Ousmane Dembélé, Franck Kessié, and Ansu Fati, adapting nutrition, recovery, and hydration protocols to minimize the impact of fasting.
For Lamine Yamal, the plan focuses on two key pillars: nighttime nutrition and strategic hydration. After sunset, he will follow a balanced diet rich in essential nutrients while avoiding heavy meals that could disrupt sleep or recovery. The goal is to ensure optimal energy levels ahead of training sessions and matches.
Hydration plays an equally vital role. During permitted hours, the plan includes aggressive fluid replenishment, incorporating electrolyte solutions designed to maintain balance and reduce thirst throughout the fasting period.
Lamine’s daily routine
The player recently explained how he structures his days during Ramadan. He wakes around 4 a.m. to eat before sunrise, completing an early meal that fuels him through the fasting hours. After resting, he joins team training as usual.
He also relies on electrolyte supplements to support hydration, an essential measure when workouts take place during fasting hours.
This Sunday, when FC Barcelona hosts Levante, it will mark the team’s first official match since Ramadan began. While fasting always raises questions about immediate performance, there is calm within the club.
Last season, Lamine Yamal successfully maintained a high competitive level during Ramadan. With careful planning, medical monitoring, and personal discipline, Barcelona is confident its young star will once again deliver without compromising his performance.
