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Federico Valverde wins Champions League Goal of the Season award

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 9:20 PM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Federico Valverde wins Champions League Goal of the Season award

Summary

Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde has been awarded the UEFA Champions League Goal of the Season for 2025/26. The prize recognizes his stunning goal during a Round-of-16 match against Manchester City in March. Valverde’s goal came after he executed a deft first touch and volleyed the ball into the net, which also earned him Man of the Match honors. This award follows another recognition for Real Madrid, as teammate Arda Güler was named the Young Player of the Season. Both awards highlight Real Madrid's strong performance in the Champions League this year.

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By the Numbers

•Valverde scored the award-winning goal against Manchester City.
•He achieved the accolade for the 2025/26 Champions League season.
•Arda Güler was also recently recognized as Young Player of the Season.
•Valverde's goal was part of a standout performance in March.

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9:20 PMYahoo Sports — Official: Another Real Madrid star wins Champions League season award

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Real Madrid star Federico Valverde has on Monday secured for himself a prestigious individual award.This comes amid confirmation that the Uruguayan has been handed the prize for the UEFA Champions Lea...
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