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Seventeen-year-old Lamine Yamal has rapidly ascended the ranks of world football, positioning himself as a leading contender for the 2025 Ballon d'Or. His exceptional performances for both FC Barcelona and the Spanish national team throughout 2024 have garnered widespread acclaim, highlighting his prodigious talent and maturity beyond his years.
Club: FC Barcelona
Country: Spain
Yamal has been instrumental for both his club and country, delivering consistent performances that have significantly contributed to their successes.
Matches: 7
Goals: 1
Assists: 4
Youngest player to feature and score in a European Championship.
Provided the most assists in Euro 2024.
Named UEFA Euro 2024 Young Player of the Tournament.
Goals: 2 (including his first professional penalty) in the semi-final against France.
Total for Spain in 2024:
Goals: 6
Assists: 4
Appearances: 37
Goals: 5
Assists: 8
Appearances: 10
Goals: 0
Assists: 2
Appearances: 1
Goals: 1
Assists: 0
Appearances: 2
Goals: 1
Assists: 0
Appearances: 50
Goals: 7
Assists: 10
Yamal's remarkable contributions have not gone unnoticed. He was awarded the 2024 Kopa Trophy, recognizing him as the best under-21 player globally. His consistent performances and record-breaking feats at such a young age position him as a strong candidate for the 2025 Ballon d'Or.
Other top contenders for the 2025 Ballon d'Or include Kylian Mbappé, who continues to shine for both Paris Saint-Germain and France, and Jude Bellingham, whose dominance in Real Madrid’s midfield has drawn global praise. Erling Haaland remains a strong candidate after another prolific season with Manchester City. Additionally, Lionel Messi, following his standout performances in the MLS and Copa América, is still in the conversation. These stars, alongside Lamine Yamal, form a thrilling race for football’s highest individual honor.
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