According to reports, Yamal attended the press conference ahead of the match against Inter. Tomorrow, the young player will make his 100th appearance for Barcelona. Yamal rarely appears in press conferences, so there were high expectations about what he would say after winning the Copa del Rey.

Excitement for the Semifinal: “We are very eager and excited. This is my first semifinal, and it’s the same for many other players. We are highly motivated to reach the final.”

Pre-Match Routines and Social Media Messages: “I do this to pass the time. I think I do it because I feel bored at home, that’s all.”

High Confidence: “As long as I win, no one can say anything to me. When I lose, then yes, they can talk.”

Which Teammate Has Surprised You the Most? “Apart from Pedri, Raphinha, and all the players you know are fantastic, Iñigo and Frenkie de Jong. People don’t appreciate them enough, but they are very important. They’ve had an outstanding season.”

What Legacy Do You Want to Leave? “I want to be remembered as a good, respectful player who was respected by others. That’s what my parents taught me at home.”

Analysis of Inter: “We know their defense is very strong, and that’s their biggest weapon. They are also very good in counterattacks. We are very strong in possession. We must give our all to advance to the next stage.”

100th Game for Barcelona: “At my age, few have played 100 games for a club as big as Barcelona. What matters most to me is maintaining my motivation. Consistency and performance at 17 years old in Barcelona is not something everyone can achieve. That’s what I value the most.”

Are You Afraid of the Future? “No. If I were afraid, I wouldn’t post anything. I don’t have that fear, but I have motivation. I feel that excitement and anxiety before the game, but that’s a good thing.”

Pressure from Celebrations After Winning the Copa del Rey: “I don’t call it pressure. A moment like the Copa del Rey final is for enjoyment. I don’t see it as pressure but as something positive. Something new that I want to experience again. I think about enjoying the moment and giving my all.”

Reaction After Real Madrid’s Second Goal and Team Readiness: “That game was the toughest physically for us. Our legs had no energy left. We were all completely exhausted. When you play a final against Real Madrid, your heart works harder than your legs. That’s something we lacked in previous seasons, but we have it now.”

Inter’s Poor Form: “This has nothing to do with tomorrow’s game. This is a Champions League semifinal, not a regular league match, with all due respect. Previous results have no connection to this game.”

Nationwide Power Outage in Spain: “I didn’t know what to do. I was at the training facility with my teammates. The power outage made us all nervous. But now we’re fully focused on the semifinal.”

Comparison with Messi and Conversations with Him: “I don’t compare myself to anyone, let alone Messi. I leave that comparison to you. Such a comparison is meaningless, especially with Messi. I want to enjoy football and carve my own path. Messi is the best player in history, and I’ve always admired him. No, I haven’t spoken to him, and we have no connection.”

How Do You Handle Being a Star? “In football, age doesn’t matter. Everything depends on the quality of each individual. If you’re ready, you’re ready. We’ve shown that. We’re a young team performing at a very high level.”

Favorite Player in Inter: “I really like Barella or Lautaro. Their team is a mix of the best. They are one of the best counterattacking teams in Europe. It’s a team I enjoy watching.”

Raphinha’s Advice and His Role in Your Development: “The message was very long. It was advice I needed. It was something personal that only he knew about. It helped me a lot. He is a captain. For young players, it’s very important that Raphinha pays attention to us. Having such a captain is valuable.”