Barcelona and Spain’s teenage football star Lamine Yamal has reportedly been diagnosed with a chronic groin condition that may affect him throughout his career. Medical experts have identified the issue as pubalgia, a long-term injury that causes pain in the pubic and groin area and rarely heals completely.
At just 18, Lamine Yamal has already achieved extraordinary success. He became a key player for both Barcelona and Spain, helping his national team lift the Euro 2024 trophy and guiding Barcelona to a domestic treble. His impressive performances earned him second place in the 2025 Ballon d’Or and made him the first-ever two-time winner of the Kopa Trophy, awarded to the world’s best young player.
Despite these achievements, Yamal has been silently managing his condition. His struggles became more apparent during El Clasico, when fans noticed him playing through pain. Reports from Spanish media later confirmed that his recurring absences for Barcelona and Spain were linked to the same chronic groin injury.
Physiotherapist Lluis Puig explained to Sport that pubalgia is not a simple muscle strain but a chronic condition that must be managed long-term. “He will have to live with it and rely on preventive and compensatory work,” Puig said.
Interestingly, Barcelona legend Lionel Messi suffered from the same condition during his early career but overcame it through careful management, specialized training, and consistent recovery.
Barcelona’s medical team has reportedly created a customized program to help Lamine Yamal maintain peak performance while minimizing pain and risk. They believe with proper care and discipline, he can continue to play at the highest level.
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Even with this challenge, fans remain hopeful. At such a young age, Lamine Yamal has already proven his resilience and determination. If he continues to manage his condition well, this could become another chapter in the remarkable story of one of football’s brightest young talents.
