Luis de la Fuente confirms the role of Georgia by Lamine Yamal despite a strange rule

Yamal plates He will start for Spain in their Euro 2024 last 16 clash with Georgia on June 30.

The 16-year-old impressed on his major tournament debut with two starts in three group stage matches in Germany.

The Red Stormed out of Group B with maximum points as the only team to do so in the competition.

However, There had been some speculation about whether Lamine Yamal would be eligible to play in Colognebecause of a German law on working conditions.

Under German law, minors under the age of 18 in Germany, both foreigners and German citizens, are not allowed to work after 20:00, to protect them in the workplace.

Some exceptions are allowed for athletes, to compete until 23:00, but which include media duties and functions.

In theory, Spain could be fined €30,000 if they play beyond that deadline, which could be the case if the Georgia game goes into extra time.

However, the legislation is unlikely to be enforced, and de la Fuente has no problem taking the risk of keeping his star man in the team.

“We are all responsible for their well-being. We have to do our job and let them play. Nothing more,” as quotes from Brand.

“I don't know the German legislation. Does Lamine have to be removed by 23:00? I don't think so.”