Lamine Yamal poised to lead Spain in World Cup campaign
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 2:11 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Lamine Yamal, Barcelona's star winger, is set for his first World Cup with Spain this summer. The 18-year-old has already achieved significant milestones, including a standout performance at Euro 2024. While preparing for the tournament, Yamal is recovering from a hamstring injury that sidelined him at the end of the club season. Despite the injury, expectations are high for the young forward as Spain aims for another championship title.
- •Yamal's impressive record includes winning La Liga three times and the Euro 2024 title.
- •He has been compared to Lionel Messi due to his exceptional skill on the ball.
- •Spain is among the favorites to win the World Cup this summer.
- •Yamal's recovery from injury will determine his involvement in early matches.
- •He has made 100 first-team appearances for Barcelona before turning 18.
- 2:11 PMYahoo Sports — Lamine Yamal is the heir to the throne
"The teenager’s meteoric rise is unprecedented.
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