Lamine Yamal

Yamal takes Messi’s mantle with iconic No. 10 shirt

"Our 10," wrote Barca on social media, accompanied by a video featuring Yamal.

Birthday bash to backlash: Spanish government calls for probe into Yamal's 18th

What began as a glittering 18th birthday celebration for Barcelona star Lamine Yamal has spiralled into controversy, with the Spanish government now calling for an official investigation into alleged exploitation at the event which took place in a country house he rented in Olivella, a small town 50 kilometres north-west of Barcelona.

A star from the start: Lamine Yamal turns 18

So far, he has remained unfazed by everything thrown at him, and as he turns 18, he shows no signs of slowing down.

Nico Williams pens new Athletic Bilbao deal amid Barcelona links

Athletic Bilbao announced on Friday that coveted Spain forward Nico Williams had extended his contract to 2035 with an increased release clause, warding off reported interest from La Liga champions Barcelona.

Rashford to Barca? Out of favour United star keen to link up with Yamal

The 27-year-old England forward, currently at a crossroads in his career, spent the latter half of last season on loan at Aston Villa after falling out of favour under Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim. 

Portugal win second Nations League title after shootout success over Spain

Cristiano Ronaldo was in tears as Portugal picked up their second Nations League title by beating holders Spain 5-3 on penalties following a thrilling 2-2 draw in Sunday's final.

Ronaldo downplays duel with Yamal ahead of Nations League final

The final [Monday, 1am Bangladesh Time] in Munich has been framed as a showdown between veteran Ronaldo, 40, one of the game's biggest names, and 17-year-old Yamal, the most exciting young talent in world football.

Yamal, Williams dazzle as Spain beat France in nine-goal thriller

Yamal bagged a brace while Williams scored and provided an assist as the two wingers cut France's makeshift defence to ribbons.

'I'd keep it for myself': Yamal weighs in on Ballon d'Or debate

Yamal and Dembele have been crucial for club and country this season and the prestigious golden ball trophy could end up with one of them in September during the ceremony in Paris.

July 25, 2024
July 25, 2024

New Barcelona coach Flick hails 'unbelievable' Yamal

New Barcelona coach Hansi Flick on Thursday hailed the performance of the Spanish club's teenage winger Lamine Yamal at Euro 2024, calling it "unbelievable".

July 17, 2024
July 17, 2024

Tracing Messi’s path, Yamal claims No.19 shirt

The No. 19 at Barcelona previously belonged to Vitor Roque for a brief period.

July 15, 2024
July 15, 2024

Messi-blessed Yamal breaks Pele’s record

Yamal started for Spain in the final a day after celebrating his 17th birthday and became the youngest player ever to play in a major international final, breaking a record Pele had set way back in the 1958 World Cup final.

July 15, 2024
July 15, 2024

'This is the best birthday present I could have'

Yamal, 17, and Williams, 22 -- both celebrating birthdays in the days ahead of the final -- have given Spain an exciting cutting edge in attack they have lacked for much of the last decade, pulling the team to a record fourth European Championship triumph.

July 14, 2024
July 14, 2024

Can Yamal play beyond full-time in Euro 2024 final?

Even though German law prohibits minors (Under-18s from or outside the country) from working after 8 pm, Spain’s 17-year-old Lamine Yamal should not have any problem playing beyond the full-time in the Euro 2024 final against England in Berlin on Sunday.

July 14, 2024
July 14, 2024

Scaloni praises Xavi, de la Fuente over Yamal's emergence

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has heaped praise on Barcelona and Spain coaches for taking good care of young talent Lamine Yamal, who is setting the European Championship on fire.

July 14, 2024
July 14, 2024

De la Fuente calls on Spain players to make history

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente called on a "brilliant" generation of players to make history for their country in the Euro 2024 final against England on Sunday.

July 14, 2024
July 14, 2024

England must win to earn respect of football world: Southgate

Southgate gave his penultimate press conference of the tournament in the bowels of Berlin's Olympiastadion just over 24 hours before his team will run out seeking to finally win another major trophy to go alongside the 1966 World Cup.

July 14, 2024
July 14, 2024

England vs Spain: All you need to know

A brilliant Spain team featuring teenage sensation Lamine Yamal stands between England and a first major men's international trophy in almost 60 years in Sunday's Euro 2024 final at the Olympiastadion in Berlin.

July 14, 2024
July 14, 2024

Euro, Copa finals promise pure thrills

As the curtains draw on these continental extravaganzas, football fans will reflect on the highs and lows of an exhilarating, action-packed month, leaving them eagerly awaiting the next chapter in this beautiful game.