Nigerian rapper Odumodu Blvck has sparked major conversation online after boldly claiming that Barcelona’s teenage sensation, Lamine Yamal, is already better than Lionel Messi was at the same age. The statement came after Barcelona’s thrilling 3-2 victory over Real Madrid in the El Clásico played last night.
Taking to his social media, Odumodu Blvck wrote passionately:
“Yamal is better than Lionel Messi. Na me Kala talk am. At 17, Messi was not touching this levels. I saw him live. I saw him. You cannot whine me. Nobody can whine me.”
The rapper, known for his raw authenticity and influence in Nigerian pop culture, doubled down on his opinion, emphasizing that he watched Messi during his early breakout years and insists that Yamal’s current impact exceeds the young Argentine’s at the same stage.
Lamine Yamal, still just 16 going on 17, has been making waves across Europe with his electric pace, audacious dribbling, and mature decision-making. His performance in the tense El Clasico showcased remarkable confidence; taking on seasoned defenders, creating chances, and playing a crucial role in Barcelona’s victory. Football pundits and fans alike have been raving about his precocious talent, with many already tipping him to become one of the future faces of world football.
Lionel Messi, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, made his senior debut for Barcelona at 17 but took a few years to fully blossom into the global superstar that dominated the sport for over a decade. Comparisons between young talents and legends like Messi are always tricky, but Odumodu Blvck’s hot take taps into a wider sentiment among some fans who believe today’s emerging stars are evolving faster, perhaps due to better training, technology, and exposure.
The rapper’s comment has since gone viral, sparking debates not just among football fans but within the Nigerian entertainment and sports community, with many agreeing, others fiercely defending Messi’s legacy, and some simply enjoying the drama.
Regardless of where one stands, one thing is clear, Lamine Yamal has announced himself on the biggest stages, and if he continues at this trajectory, he might just live up to or even surpass the massive expectations already placed on his young shoulders.
