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Lamine Yamal aims to break Thomas Müller's World Cup scoring record

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 1:59 AM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Lamine Yamal aims to break Thomas Müller's World Cup scoring record
Summary

Lamine Yamal, the 18-year-old Barcelona winger, is a frontrunner to break the 16-year Golden Boot record held by Thomas Müller at the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. The tournament, featuring 48 teams, begins June 11 in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Yamal has already enjoyed notable success with Spain, helping secure the Euro 2024 title and being named Young Player of the tournament. His performance in the group stage could enhance his chances for individual awards, though he is returning from a hamstring injury. Spain opens World Cup play against Cape Verde on June 15 in Atlanta.

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  • •Yamal is 18 years old and plays for Barcelona.
  • •Müller's record for youngest Golden Boot winner was set in 2010.
  • •Spain's World Cup group includes Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, and Uruguay.
  • •Spain faces Cape Verde on June 15 in Atlanta.
  • •Yamal was named La Liga Player of the Season.
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  • 1:59 AMYahoo Sports — Spain’s Lamine Yamal Emerges as Front-Runner to Break a 16-Year World Cup Record
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At just 18, Lamine Yamal is the lead contender to break Thomas Müller's 16-year Golden Boot record at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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