Samuel Eto’o Ends the Yamal vs. Dembélé Debate
During the 75th FIFA Congress in Asunción, Cameroonian legend and current football federation president Samuel Eto’o shared his views on a hot topic in football: who stands out more—Barcelona’s teenage star Lamine Yamal or PSG winger Ousmane Dembélé?
On Lamine Yamal (17):
Eto’o praised the young Barcelona talent, calling him “exceptional” and applauding his talent, calmness, and rapid rise. He hopes Yamal can stay healthy and continue his development.
On Ousmane Dembélé:
He described the French winger as “phenomenal,” noting his impressive speed and dribbling skills. Eto’o also pointed out that Dembélé has shown greater consistency since joining Paris Saint-Germain.
His overall take:
While Eto’o admires both players, he believes the true standard in football remains Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. For him, Yamal has more long-term potential, but Dembélé’s current form is undeniable.
