Lamine Yamal Nasraoui Ebana, widely known as Lamine Yamal, is a Spanish professional footballer who has rapidly risen to prominence due to his exceptional talent and remarkable achievements at a young age. Born on July 13, 2007, in Esplugues de Llobregat, a suburb of Barcelona, Spain, Yamal's heritage is a blend of Moroccan and Equatorial Guinean roots. His father, Mounir Nasraoui, hails from Larache, Morocco, while his mother, Sheila Ebana, is from Bata, Equatorial Guinea.
Early Life and Background
Yamal's early life was marked by resilience and adaptability. After his parents' separation when he was three years old, he divided his time between Mataró, residing with his father in the Rocafonda neighborhood, and Granollers, where his mother lived. Growing up in Rocafonda, a working-class area often overlooked and stigmatized, Yamal found pride and strength in his community. He celebrates his goals by gesturing the number "304," representing the last digits of the local postcode, symbolizing his deep connection to his roots.
At the age of four, Yamal began his football journey with Club de Futbol La Torretta in Granollers. His prodigious talent was evident early on, leading to his recruitment by FC Barcelona's esteemed La Masia academy when he was six. This move marked the beginning of his ascent in the football world, as he relocated to Barcelona to train and live at the academy.
Professional Career
Yamal's professional debut with FC Barcelona's first team came on April 29, 2023, at the age of 15 years, nine months, and 16 days, making him the youngest player to feature in a La Liga match for the club. His impact was immediate; on October 8, 2023, he scored his first La Liga goal at 16 years and 87 days, becoming the youngest goalscorer in the league's history.
His stellar performances led to contract extensions, with his latest agreement binding him to Barcelona until June 30, 2026, and featuring a release clause of one billion euros. In the 2024–2025 season, Yamal's contributions were instrumental in FC Barcelona's triumphs, including securing the Spanish Supercup and the La Liga title.
International Achievements
Yamal's international career with the Spanish national team has been nothing short of historic. He debuted on September 8, 2023, in a 7–1 victory against Georgia,
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