'Carvajal should’ve spoken to Yamal in private': De Jong

Frenkie de Jong and Dani Carvajal

Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong criticised Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal for arguing with Yamal in public, which ultimately led to an all-out brawl involving both sets of players.

"If Carvajal wanted to speak to Lamine, he could do so in private. If he thinks he shouldn't do things like [those comments] he could call him. They're teammates [with Spain], they know each other. Why do you have to make a scene on the pitch?" added the Dutchman.

Meanwhile, Barcelona's assistant coach Marcus Sorg - standing in for the suspended Hansi Flick - attributed Yamal's poor performance on the night to his recent comeback from injury as well as the hostile atmosphere at the Bernabeu. "He came from an injury and he needs more rhythm, more games at the highest level. It could also be because he is also learning to deal with the crowd, the shouting and whistles from spectators," said Sorg.

Last season, Yamal scored twice against Madrid at the Bernabeu. Once in the league and once in the supercup final.

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