# Flick praises Yamal’s mentality after Ballon d’Or disappointment

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick praised Lamine Yamal’s mentality after the teenage forward missed out on the Ballon d’Or. The comments highlight the club’s support for Yamal after a major individual award setback.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

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- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/10/30/barcelonas-flick-praises-yamal-mentality-in-missing-out-on-ballon-dor?traffic_source=rss) — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:13:32 +0000