The newspaper “Sport” revealed that FC Barcelona has prepared a special program to support its young star Lamine Yamal during the holy month of Ramadan, in light of the physical challenges he will face due to fasting coinciding with a busy La Liga match schedule.
According to the report, Yamal will play four matches with Barcelona during Ramadan against Levante, Villarreal, Athletic Bilbao, and Sevilla. All matches will kick off at exactly 4:15 PM, hours before the iftar meal, as the sun sets in Spain between 6:30 and 7:00 PM during this period.
The biggest challenge lies in the player’s inability to eat or drink water throughout the match, which increases the risk of fatigue and dehydration, especially given his playing style that relies on speed, dribbling, and constant running.
A Comprehensive Medical and Nutritional Plan
Despite these challenges, Barcelona’s management confirmed they are not worried, given their previous experience in dealing with Muslim players during Ramadan, in addition to the moderate temperatures compared to summer.
The technical and medical staff, led by coach Hansi Flick, have developed a special program in coordination with the player. It includes adjusting training schedules and organizing his diet to align with fasting periods.
The plan relies on carefully distributing meals during the night hours, focusing on hydrating the body by drinking sufficient water before dawn, along with continuous monitoring of his physical condition to ensure he maintains his readiness.
Religious Commitment and Full Club Support
Lamine Yamal is one of the fundamental pillars of Barcelona’s squad this season. He demonstrated great maturity in handling the demands of fasting last season, and the club hopes his brilliance continues without affecting his performance.
This step confirms Barcelona’s commitment to providing full support for their young player, ensuring respect for his religious obligations while simultaneously maintaining his technical level during a crucial stage of the season.
Barcelona
Barcelona is a historic Mediterranean port city and the capital of Catalonia, Spain, with origins dating back to a Roman colony in the 1st century BC. It is globally renowned for its unique architecture, most notably the modernist masterpieces of Antoni Gaudí like the Sagrada Família, and its vibrant cultural life centered around landmarks such as the Gothic Quarter.
Lamine Yamal
Lamine Yamal is a professional footballer from Spain, not a place or cultural site. He is a winger for FC Barcelona and the Spanish national team, known for becoming the youngest goal-scorer for Spain and in UEFA European Championship history during the 2024 tournament.
Ramadan
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. Its history is rooted in the Islamic belief that during this month in 610 CE, the first verses of the Quran were revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.
Sport
Sport, as a cultural phenomenon, has ancient origins, with organized competitions like the Olympic Games in Greece dating back to 776 BCE. It has evolved into a global institution that encompasses professional leagues, international tournaments, and recreational activities, reflecting and shaping societal values, national identities, and community bonds.
FC Barcelona
FC Barcelona is a professional football club founded in 1899 in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. It is renowned not only for its sporting success but also as a symbol of Catalan identity and culture, famously encapsulated by its motto “Més que un club” (More than a club).
La Liga
La Liga is the top professional football division in Spain, founded in 1929. It is globally recognized for featuring historic clubs like Real Madrid and FC Barcelona, whose intense rivalry has shaped both the league’s competitive legacy and its cultural significance in Spanish society.
Levante
Levante is a term historically referring to the eastern coastal region of Spain, particularly the area encompassing Valencia and Murcia. Its name derives from the Mediterranean winds that blow from the east, and the region is known for its distinct cultural traditions, including the Fallas festival and paella. Historically, it has been influenced by various civilizations, including the Iberians, Romans, and Moors.
Villarreal
Villarreal is a Spanish football club based in Vila-real, Valencia, founded in 1923. It is historically known for its strong youth academy and achieved its greatest success by winning the UEFA Europa League in 2021. The club’s rise to prominence in the 21st century has made its stadium, Estadio de la Cerámica, a significant modern sporting landmark.
Athletic Bilbao
Athletic Bilbao is a professional football club based in Bilbao, Spain, founded in 1898. It is historically notable for its unique “cantera” policy, which mandates that the club only fields players native to or trained in the greater Basque Country region.
Sevilla
Seville is a historic city in southern Spain, renowned for landmarks like the Seville Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece built on the site of a former mosque, and the Alcázar, a royal palace with Moorish origins. Its history is deeply shaped by Roman, Islamic, and Christian rule, and it later became a major port during Spain’s exploration of the Americas. The city is also famous as the birthplace of flamenco and for its vibrant annual Feria de Abril.
Spain
Spain is a country in southwestern Europe with a rich and diverse cultural history shaped by Roman, Visigothic, and Moorish rule, culminating in the unification under the Catholic Monarchs in the late 15th century. It is globally renowned for its artistic heritage, including figures like Goya and Picasso, distinctive architecture, and traditions such as flamenco and bullfighting.
Hansi Flick
Hansi Flick is a German football manager and former player, best known for his highly successful tenure as head coach of Bayern Munich from 2019 to 2021. During this period, he led the club to a historic sextuple of trophies in 2020, including the UEFA Champions League. He later served as the head coach of the Germany national team from 2021 to 2023.
