Barcelona’s starboy reaches century appearances

Lamine Yamal has been an absolute sensation since he was handed his first-team debut from Xavi HernĂĄndez last season. Since then, he turned heads around Europe and the world and has achieved so much with Barcelona and even more so with the Spanish national team. A Euro winner at the tender age of 17 while playing a crucial role in securing the silverware Lamine’s newborn career has already reached a peak players dream of.

Lamine Yamal Kopa Trophy
Lamine Yamal receiving his Kopa Trophy (Marca.com)

Debut under Xavi HernĂĄndez

Barca fans who follow La Masia closely were already eager for the debut of Lamine Yamal knowing his abilities. However, when the teenager stepped on to the pitch and received the ball the entire world was mesmerized by what they saw.

Lamine Yamal’s debut for Barcelona (FC Barcelona on YouTube)

Statement performances against Psg

In the Champions League clash against PSG in the quarter final last season that ended up in tragic second leg for Culers. Lamine Yamal shone brightly in the second leg with an assist for Raphinha goal to open the scoring.

Lamine Yamal vs PSG
Lamine Yamal in action vs PSG (The New York Times)

a European champion at 17

The best achievement of the youngster so far has been undoubtedly his run at the 2024 Euro which he won with Spain. Out of the 7 matches up to the finals Lamine yamal had a goal contribution in 5 of them while having a goal contribution in every knockout phase of the tournament. His wonder goal against France to silence Rabiot after he said before the match that the youngster will have to do a lot more than he has done so far. The “speak now speak now” celebration by Lamine at the final whistle is an iconic moment in football history.

Lamine Yamal in Euro 2024 (M10 Football)

An important part of Barca’S present and future

Under Hansi Flick, Lamine Yamal is reaching new heights with 11 goals and 13 assists in 32 appearances. A goal against Real Madrid in both the fixtures this season and an assist against Bayern and Dortmund in the Champions League has earned him the status of a big game player this season. The youngster is surely on his path to be a Barca legend and one of the greatest players that have ever played the game.

Lamine Yamal individual awards
Lamine Yamal posing with his individual awards (FC Barcelona)
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