Jules Kounde says Lamine Yamal meant no disrespect in remark ahead of Spain vs France FIFA 2026 World Cup semifinal
Spain and France face in the FIFA 2026 World Cup semifinal on Tuesday in Arlington, Texas, a rematch of the 2024 European Championship semifinal Spain won 2-1.
Lamine Yamal told reporters after Spain beat Belgium in the quarterfinals that France should fear the defending European champions.
Jules Kounde, Yamal's Barcelona teammate, said Yamal meant no disrespect and called his remark a show of confidence.
Yamal stood by his comments, saying he was asked if he was afraid and answered no.
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