Lamine Yamal‘s career has been flying since he made his debut under Xavi HernĂĄndez. Not only has he won trophies like the Euros, but he has also won a set of individual awards at the tender age of 17.
2024 Golden Boy
The award, founded by Italian newspaper Tuttosport, is given to the best player in Europe under the age 21. Although Lamine Yamal still had 4 more years left to win the award, his performances in the 2023-2024 season established him as a clear winner. A breakthrough season with Barcelona and a Euros-winning campaign with Spain, where he was the best player for the team.
Euro 2024 Best Young Player
Lamine Yamal has a Messi-esque run in the 2024 Euros at just 16 for most of the tournament. He was a key player for Spain with 4 goals and 1 assist in the tournament. The teenager had a goal contribution in every knockout phase, similar to Messi in the 2022 World Cup. An iconic moment from the Euros was France’s Rabiot claiming Lamine Yamal “will have to do a lot more” to get past them. Lamine posted an Instagram story: “Move in silence, only speak when it’s time to say checkmate. The Starboy went on to score a wonder goal in the semi-final after dribbling Rabiot. Hence, he was awarded with Young Player of the tournament award.
2024 Kopa Trophy
The Kopa Trophy is an award that is won by the best under-21 player of the season. Former Ballon d’Or winners, therefore, vote to determine the winner. Lamine Yamal won the 2024 Kopa Trophy, scoring 113 points, ahead of Real Madrid’s Arda Guler with 26 points. Because of the performances that the youngster had throughout the season with Barcelona and Spain, there was little to no doubt that he would be the obvious winner.
2024 Emerging Player Award
The Emerging Player Award is organised by the Globe Soccer Awards and is presented to the youngster who displays the best talent in the season. Cristiano Ronaldo was also present at the ceremony when Lamine Yamal was handed the award. Lamine Yamal also met his idol Neymar Jr at the ceremony.
2025 Breakthrough of the Year
The latest addition to Yamal’s Trophy cabinet is the 2025 Breakthrough of the Year award. The award is organised by Laureus Awards and has been won by big names in history like Leo Messi. Lamine Yamal has been having a world-class season this year. After all, with 14 goals and 18 assists, the youngster has been flying under Hansi Flick this season. There is little surprise that Lamine Yamal was chosen as the obvious winner.