Former England striker Wayne Rooney lauded Lamine Yamal’s footballing intelligence following Spain’s 4-0 win against Saudi Arabia in a 2026 World Cup qualifying match. Rooney expressed he consistently enjoys watching Yamal play, highlighting the young player’s remarkable understanding of the game. The comments came after Spain’s dominant performance in their second Group H qualifier. Yamal’s performance contributed to a decisive victory for the Spanish national team. Rooney did not elaborate on specific instances but generally praised Yamal’s on-field awareness. This positive assessment adds to growing recognition of Yamal as a promising talent in international football.