Lamine Yamal: The Phenomenal Teenager Shaking Up Football
Lamine Yamal is having the most incredible year in football. At just 17 years old, he’s breaking records left and right, leaving even the likes of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in awe. As Spain takes on England in the Euros final, Yamal is poised to become the youngest player to ever win the tournament. But what makes him so special?
Unbelievable Records
Before turning 17, Yamal had played 51 times for Barcelona, scoring seven goals and setting up another seven. For Spain, he’s made 13 appearances, scoring three goals and providing six assists. That’s impressive, but what’s even more remarkable is that he’s achieved this at an age when most players are still in their teens. Compare that to Messi and Ronaldo, who had played zero first-team games for club or country by the time they were 16.
Yamal’s stats are equally astonishing. He’s the youngest player to start a La Liga game, the youngest player to assist a La Liga goal in the 21st century, and the youngest player to score in the Spanish Cup this century. He’s also the youngest player to make 50 appearances for Barcelona and the youngest player to play 10 Champions League games.
Spain Records
Yamal’s also made a name for himself in the Spanish national team. He became the youngest player and goalscorer in the same game, a 7-1 win over Georgia in Euro 2024 qualifying. That was before he had even scored for Barcelona! He’s also the first 16-year-old to play at a men’s Euros and the youngest assister in Euros history.
What’s Next?
So, can Yamal become the youngest player to win the Euros? It’s certainly possible. He’s already achieved so much at such a young age, and his stats are getting better by the game. Even if he doesn’t win the tournament, he’s already cemented his place as one of the most exciting young players in the world.
The ‘That’ Photo
A recent photo has been making the rounds, showing Messi holding a baby Yamal in a charity calendar photoshoot. Who knew that the baby in the picture would grow up to be a football sensation?
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