Barcelona president Joan Laporta supports Lamine Yamal for Ballon d’Or
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 10:05 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026
Barcelona president Joan Laporta publicly endorsed Lamine Yamal as a candidate for the 2026 Ballon d’Or. Yamal is among the 30 players shortlisted for the award following a campaign where he recorded 24 goals and 18 assists across 45 appearances. His performance helped Barcelona secure both the La Liga title and the Spanish Super Cup. Additionally, the teenager played a key role in Spain's 2026 FIFA World Cup victory. Laporta praised the winger’s personality and footballing development, noting his status as one of the leading contenders for the trophy. This nomination marks the third time the young player has been recognized for the honor.
- •Joan Laporta identifies Lamine Yamal as a leading candidate for the Ballon d’Or
- •Yamal recorded 42 goal contributions for Barcelona during the 2025/26 season
- •The winger contributed to Spain’s success at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
- •This is the third Ballon d’Or nomination for the teenage forward
- 10:05 PMYahoo Sports — Lamine Yamal backs Barcelona teammate to lift award at Ballon d’Or ceremony
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Laporta backs Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal for Ballon d’Or: ‘I really hope he wins’
"Barcelona star Lamine Yamal has taken to social media, to make known his backing for teammate and close friend Pau Cubarsí in the race for the Kopa Trophy at the Ballon d’Or ceremony.Blaugrana pair...
"Barcelona president Joan Laporta has thrown his full support behind Lamine Yamal’s Ballon d’Or bid, insisting the teenage forward fully deserves his place among the 30 nominees and admitting he wo...
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 10:05 PMLamine Yamal backs Barcelona teammate to lift award at Ballon d’Or ceremony
Barcelona star Lamine Yamal has taken to social media, to make known his backing for teammate and close friend Pau Cubarsí in the race for the Kopa Trophy at the Ballon d’Or ceremony.Blaugrana pair...
- Yahoo SportsSep 9, 2026, 1:00 PMLaporta backs Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal for Ballon d’Or: ‘I really hope he wins’
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has thrown his full support behind Lamine Yamal’s Ballon d’Or bid, insisting the teenage forward fully deserves his place among the 30 nominees and admitting he wo...
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