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Lamine Yamal’s technical gesture turns the networks upside down, the Qatari clan enjoys the Emirati fall behind the scenes

Lamine Yamal’s gesture like Neymar During the match between Galatasaray and FC Barcelona, the press inevitably focused on the individual

By Manu Tournoux · French Football Weekly

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 8:31 AM

Key Things to Know

Lamine Yamal went viral after executing a spectacular dribble to set up Anthony Gordon against Galatasaray.
The article notes Qatari figures are relishing Abu Dhabi's difficulties amid Manchester City's financial allegations.
Yamal also provided an assist for Fermín López during Barcelona's rapid turnaround in Istanbul.

The Story in 60 Seconds

FC Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal went viral after delivering a stunning display against Galatasaray in Istanbul. After setting up Fermín López, Yamal executed a viral 'false rabona' skill reminiscent of Neymar and Cristiano Ronaldo to assist Anthony Gordon for Barcelona's third goal, transforming the match in just three minutes.

Meanwhile, reports highlight the geopolitical rivalry between Qatar and Abu Dhabi as Manchester City faces financial scrutiny, contrasting with Paris Saint-Germain's standing under UEFA. Elsewhere, Manchester United suffered another damaging defeat under Michael Carrick away against Diego Simeone's squad in Madrid.

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