Lamine Yamal's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Lamine Yamal. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Lamine Yamal is a Spanish professional footballer renowned for his skill as a right winger or right midfielder. He currently plays for both La Liga club Barcelona and the Spain national team. Yamal is highly regarded for his flair, ability to create scoring opportunities, and his talent for scoring curling goals from long range, establishing him as one of the top players globally.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1922: Armando Sagi's appearance for Barcelona

In 1922, 15-year-old Armando Sagi played for Barcelona's first team.

2008: Cesc Fàbregas' Assists in Euro 2008

In 2008, Cesc Fàbregas tied a Spanish record for having three assists in the same edition of the European Championship.

2012: David Silva's Assists in Euro 2012

In 2012, David Silva tied a Spanish record for having three assists in the same edition of the European Championship.

October 2020: Ansu Fati's Champions League Record

In October 2020, Ansu Fati became the youngest scorer in Champions League history at 17 years and 40 days.

2020: Dani Olmo's Assists in Euro 2020

In 2020, Dani Olmo tied a Spanish record for having three assists in the same edition of the European Championship.

2022: La Liga Title with Barcelona

In 2022, Lamine Yamal was part of the squad that won the 2022-23 La Liga.

April 2023: First-Team Debut against Real Betis

On 29 April 2023, Lamine Yamal made his first-team debut, replacing Gavi in the 83rd minute against Real Betis in La Liga.

May 2023: La Liga Title with Barcelona

On 14 May 2023, Lamine Yamal won his first title with Barcelona, being part of the squad that won the 2022–23 La Liga.

August 2023: First Start and U23 Player of the Month Award

In August 2023, Lamine Yamal earned his first start for Barcelona in a victory over Cádiz and was later named the inaugural U23 Player of the Month for August.

September 2023: Senior International Call-Up and Debut

In September 2023, Lamine Yamal received his first senior international call-up and made his debut for Spain against Georgia, scoring a goal and becoming the youngest player and goalscorer for Spain.

2023: Debut for Spain National Team

In 2023, Lamine Yamal made his debut for the Spain senior team, becoming the youngest player to represent and score for the country at age 16.

January 2024: Youngest Supercopa and Copa del Rey Goalscorer

In January 2024, Lamine Yamal became the youngest player to score in the Supercopa de España and the youngest goalscorer in Copa del Rey history.

June 2024: UEFA European Championship Debut

In June 2024, Lamine Yamal was selected for the UEFA European Championship and made his debut against Croatia, becoming the youngest player to feature in the tournament and providing an assist.

2024: UEFA Euro 2024 Title and Young Player Award

In 2024, Lamine Yamal played an important role in helping Spain win their fourth UEFA Euro title, also winning the tournament's Young Player Award.

2024: Ballon d'Or Nomination and Kopa Trophy

In 2024, Lamine Yamal, at age 17, became the youngest player to be nominated for the Ballon d'Or and he also won the Kopa Trophy.

2024: Notable Performance in UEFA Euro 2024

In 2024, Yamal had a notable performance in the UEFA Euro 2024, scoring a goal against France in the semi-finals and providing four assists against Croatia, Georgia, Germany, and England, demonstrating his shot-taking and chance-creating skills.

2024: Scored two goals in UEFA Nations League

In 2024, Yamal scored two goals, including his first professional career penalty, in a 5–4 semi-final victory against France in the UEFA Nations League.

2024: Euro 2024 Success and Young Player of the Tournament

In Euro 2024, Lamine Yamal scored a goal against France to become the youngest goalscorer in the history of the Euros, was named Young Player of the Tournament, and helped Spain win the final against England.

2024: UEFA Euro 2024 qualifiers

In September 2023, Lamine Yamal was called up for the UEFA Euro 2024 qualifiers and made his senior debut against Georgia.

2024: First Goal of the season and racial abuse

On August 18 2024, Yamal assisted Lewandowski to help Barcelona equalize against Valencia in a 2–1 win. In the following match against Athletic Bilbao on 24 August, Yamal scored his first goal of the season in another 2–1 victory. On 26 October, Yamal became the youngest goalscorer in El Clásico history. During the match, Yamal and his teammates were targeted with racial abuse by a group of home supporters.

May 2025: Pivotal role in the Clásico victory and 2025 Kopa Trophy Win

On 11 May 2025, Lamine Yamal played a pivotal role in Barcelona's 4–3 comeback victory over Real Madrid. Yamal also won the 2025 Kopa Trophy and ranked 2nd in the 2025 Ballon d’Or.

2025: Domestic Treble and Ballon d'Or Runner-Up

In 2025, Lamine Yamal was integral to Barcelona winning the La Liga title, the Copa del Rey, and the Supercopa de España. At 18 years old, Yamal finished as runner-up for the 2025 Ballon d'Or.