🚨🗣️| Achraf Hakimi: “Lamine Yamal will face the BEST left-back in the world, Nuno Mendes. He has already shown that he is capable of stopping him.”

Achraf Hakimi Fires Warning Ahead of Barcelona Clash: “Lamine Yamal Will Face the Best Left-Back in the World”

Paris, September 30, 2025 – On the eve of PSG’s high-stakes Champions League showdown with Barcelona, Achraf Hakimi has lit the fuse with a powerful declaration about teammate Nuno Mendes.

Speaking to reporters, the Moroccan defender praised the Portuguese star in glowing terms:

“Lamine will face the best left-back in the world, who is Nuno Mendes. He has already shown that he is capable of stopping him.”

The remark adds intrigue to one of the most exciting battles of the match: teenage sensation Lamine Yamal versus the explosive and defensively astute Nuno Mendes.

Confidence in PSG’s Approach

Hakimi also underlined PSG’s mindset heading into the clash at the Camp Nou:

• “The group is doing well, motivated. We are very well and we will be in our best form. We won’t stay behind—we’ve come to Barcelona to take the three points.”

Despite PSG missing several key players due to injury, Hakimi insisted that the absences will not alter the team’s approach:

• “This doesn’t change much even if they are important players. We have a strong squad to win against Barça. The coach will choose the players who will play and we will be ready.”

The Duel to Watch 👀

All eyes will now be on the Mendes–Yamal duel. The 18-year-old Spaniard has been Barcelona’s breakout star, dazzling with his dribbling and creativity, while Mendes has carved out a reputation as one of Europe’s most complete left-backs.

Hakimi’s comments set the stage for a fiery clash where pride, points, and bragging rights are all on the line.