Spain have made a decision regarding Lamine Yamal ahead of their Euro 2024 last-16 match after reports that a German law could force their hand.The former world and European champions breezed through the group stage, topping Group B as the only side in the tournament to take maximum points from their three group games.
Wingers Nico Williams and Lamine Yamal have played huge roles in that shift, with both tormenting full-backs with their pace, trickery and confidence to win one-on-one duels.Under German law, under-18s in Germany - whether foreign or German nationals - are not allowed to work past 8pm. There are exemptions for athletes, allowing them to compete until 11pm. However, that curfew includes things like showering and post-event media duties.Under the law, the Spanish FA could be fined €30,000 if Yamal works beyond the 11pm deadline, which could happen if Spain's match against Georgia goes to extra-time.Speaking to the media ahead of the match, De La Fuente said Spain will risk the law to make sure their young star once again takes centre stage.
"We’re all responsible for his wellbeing. We’re going to do our job and let him play. Nothing more," the 63-year-old said.Alex Brotherton is a journalist at SPORTbible. He has previously worked with publications including the Manchester Evening News, GOAL and BBC Sport. He is a football fanatic, but also dabbles in tennis and American football. He can often be found watching dreadful non-league football.
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