Spain star Lamine Yamal said Thursday he was delighted with his team’s performance in their 3-0 win in the World Cup last 32 against Austria — but admitted he would have liked to score. “I was just missing a goal or an assist. But as long as we win and advance to the next round, that’s what matters,” the 18-year-old Barcelona sensation, who was named Man of the Match, told reporters.

Pressed by one reporter on why he seemed glum after a World Cup knockout win, Yamal insisted he was happy inside, even if he didn’t show it. “I really am happy. That match is over, and now we have to think about the next one,” he said. “I’m very grateful for the affection shown to me in every stadium. It helps me step onto the pitch more motivated,” he added.