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Xavi compares ‘special’ Yamal with Messi after teen makes Barcelona debut

Xavi was full of praise for 15-year-old Lamine Yamal after the youngster made his debut for Barcelona in Saturday’s 4-0 win over Real Betis.

Yamal was a late substitute at the Camp Nou, replacing Gavi, and made history by becoming the youngest player ever to debut for Barca.

Here’s what Xavi said about Yamal after the win.

“I told him to try things and he did,” he said. “At 15 years old, just imagine it... He is special and he could have even scored tonight, but Rui Silva saved,” he said.

“He played with confidence and he showed what he is about.