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He is a freak of a player,' says Gerrard on Yamal's potential

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 8:30 AM

Last updated Nov 4, 2026

He is a freak of a player,' says Gerrard on Yamal's potential

Summary

Steven Gerrard praised Lamine Yamal as a future contender to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo's legacy during a Champions League match at Camp Nou. Yamal, who scored in Barcelona's 3-0 victory over Aston Villa, has marked the season with 13 goals and 11 assists. Gerrard described Yamal's performance as 'beyond belief' and acknowledged his place among elite players at a young age, suggesting he will be in future Ballon d'Or discussions. Yamal's contributions, alongside teammates like Anthony Gordon, bolster Barcelona's prolific attack, which has tallied 46 goals in 11 La Liga matches and 14 in the Champions League through November 2026.

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By the Numbers

•Gerrard highlighted Yamal's exceptional start to the season.
•Yamal scored in Barcelona's 3-0 win over Aston Villa.
•He has 13 goals and 11 assists in all competitions.
•Barcelona has scored 46 goals in La Liga this season.
•Yamal is regarded as a future superstar alongside Messi and Ronaldo.

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8:30 AMYahoo Sports — 'He is a freak of a player' - Steven Gerrard backs Barcelona star Lamine Yamal to rival Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo

What they're saying

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Former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has tipped Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal to reach the legendary heights of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo over the coming decade. The 19-year-old Spain international has enjoyed a prolific start to the season, registering 13 goals and 11 assists across all competitions for the Catalan giants.
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