Overview

• Mbappé’s remarks were aired in a preview of his Movistar Plus+ interview, with the full conversation set to broadcast on Sunday.
• He said people should leave Yamal alone, stressing that what matters is his performance on the pitch and praising the youngster’s evident passion for football.
• The comments come as coverage of Yamal’s personal life has intensified, with some reports focusing on off-field choices and family visibility.
• The message carries weight given the growing rivalry between Mbappé and Yamal across Real Madrid–Barcelona and France–Spain fixtures.
• Yamal, 18, is a key Barcelona and Spain player who has already won Euro 2024 and multiple domestic trophies, underscoring his rapid rise.