Yamal is Spain's main man - Rooney analysis
Watch BBC pundits Wayne Rooney, Cesar Azpilicueta, and Thomas Frank give their analysis on Lamine Yamal's performance for Spain against Saudi Arabia in the 2026 World Cup.
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Cesar Azpilicueta is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a defender.
Lamine Yamal is a Spanish professional footballer noted for his talent and potential.
Thomas Frank is a former manager of Brentford, who left to join Tottenham Hotspur.
Former English footballer and manager.
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Watch BBC pundits Wayne Rooney, Cesar Azpilicueta, and Thomas Frank give their analysis on Lamine Yamal's performance for Spain against Saudi Arabia in the 2026 World Cup.
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