Lamine Yamal earns Ballon d'Or nomination as rising star of Barcelona

gq-magazine.co.uk October 31, 2024, 03:01 PM UTC

Lamine Yamal, the young Barcelona winger, has set multiple records in soccer, including being the youngest player to debut for Barcelona and the youngest scorer for the Spanish national team. He is now the youngest nominee for the Ballon d'Or. Yamal attended the award ceremony in Paris, wearing a custom tuxedo by Dolce & Gabbana. He expressed a desire to maintain a normal life despite his fame, enjoying time with friends and pursuing hobbies like video games and movies. While Rodri won the Ballon d'Or, Yamal's nomination highlights his rising star status. He has contributed significantly to Barcelona's success this season, with six goals and seven assists in La Liga and the Champions League.


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