Cristiano Ronaldo came to Lamine Yamal's aid after the UEFA Nations League final shielding him from pressure and criticism.

Former Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo has moved to send some support the way of Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal.This, of course, comes fresh off the pair locking horns on the international

Cristiano Ronaldo has hailed Lamine Yamal as a “phenomenon” while calling for the football world to “leave him alone”. Ronaldo, whose Portugal side beat Yamal’s Spain on penalties in the Nations League final on Sunday, was full of praise for the 17-year-old, who started in both the semi-final and final.