Spain · FWD
Lamine Yamal
25
Caps
7
Goals
Barcelona
Club
18
Age
87
FIFA Rating
About Lamine Yamal
Lamine Yamal is the teenage sensation of Spanish football and one of the most exciting prospects in the world entering the FIFA World Cup 2026. Born in 2007, the Barcelona winger burst onto the scene by becoming a key player in Spain's victorious UEFA Euro 2024 campaign at just 16, earning the Young Player of the Tournament award. His exceptional dribbling, vision and ability to create chances from the right wing belie his young age. At 18 during the 2026 World Cup, Yamal is already considered a generational talent and a future Ballon d'Or contender. His fearlessness and creativity make him a player who can decide matches single-handedly, and Spain's hopes of winning a second world title rest heavily on his magical right foot in North America.
Career highlights
Lamine Yamal is a key player for Barcelona and one of the standout stars of the Spain national team. With 25 international caps and 7 goals, and a FIFA rating of 87, he ranks among the elite footballers heading into World Cup 2026.
World Cup 2026 role
At FIFA World Cup 2026, Lamine Yamal is expected to be a pivotal figure in the Spain squad. The tournament is hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico with 48 teams and 104 matches, and Spain will rely on the experience and quality of Lamine Yamal in his attacking role.
Key stats
Age: 18 · Position: FWD · Club: Barcelona · International caps: 25 · International goals: 7 · FIFA rating: 87.