Speaking candidly, the Real Madrid defender brushed off the attention the moment has received, joking about how quickly fans latch onto every detail. He explained that Yamal, still very young and developing, was not at his best in the days leading up to the match, suggesting emotions and pressure may have played a role.
Carvajal emphasized that moments like these are part of football, especially in a rivalry as intense as El Clásico. According to him, players naturally defend their own interests when representing their clubs, and competitive exchanges on the pitch should not be mistaken for personal issues.
Despite the rivalry, Carvajal was keen to stress his respect for Yamal’s character, describing him as a good person and acknowledging his qualities beyond the heat of competition. However, he also made it clear that rivalry remains rivalry, adding that while he holds no grudge, he certainly does not wish Barcelona any success in their next match.
In closing, Carvajal underlined that the incident is firmly in the past. For him, it is simply another example of how emotions run high in big games, but once the final whistle blows, professionalism and perspective must take over.
