The final of the Nations League, set to take place this Sunday, will mark the first-ever meeting between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lamine Yamal, as Spain faces Portugal for the title at the Allianz Stadium.

Cristiano Ronaldo Balances Humor and Respect When Asked About Lamine Yamal

The pre-match press conference was dominated by Cristiano Ronaldo, and as expected, questions about the rising career of Lamine Yamal quickly surfaced. One journalist even dared to compare him with the Spanish youngster.

At one point, a Spanish reporter said: “I don’t want to compare you with Lamine Yamal,” a comment that didn’t sit well with the Portuguese star. His facial expression made his reaction clear, as experience had already told him where the question was headed.

Cristiano Ronaldo responded firmly, asking everyone to let Lamine Yamal grow at his own pace. He also urged the media to ease the pressure on him, explaining that this would allow the football world to enjoy many years of the Barcelona winger.

CR7 even joked about how much his son resembles Yamal due to their similar hairstyle and hinted that we might see his son playing for the Portugal senior national team in the future. He added that his family are fans of the young star, thanks to their deep connection with the country.

Iberian Clash for Nations League Supremacy

Portugal and Spain are set to battle for the title of ultimate champion in the UEFA Nations League. Both national teams already have one trophy each from the competition, and now they’ll fight for their second crown.

Still, there’s no doubt that all eyes will be on what Cristiano Ronaldo and Lamine Yamal do or don’t do as two generations of talent collide for the first time on such a decisive stage.