“I’m always going to protect him” – Hansi Flick defends Lamine Yamal after angry reaction during Atlético Madrid clash

“What we have to understand is that Lamine is 18 years old and an incredible player. When you watch the game again, you see him doing amazing things. He’s only 18. He dribbled past five players and almost scored. He left frustrated. He’s emotional, and that’s a good thing. I’m always going to support him.

“We have to be careful. Not everything he does is to make a fuss. He’s a fantastic player, and we have to remember that he’s only 18. I told him he can do it, that I’m always going to protect him. He’s a great player, maybe the best in the future.”