Lamine Yamal's 2025-26 stats: Why he finished third in Ballon d'Or voting

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Harry Kane won the 2026 Ballon d'Or on Monday, with Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal completing the podium. The Spanish forward, who had an exceptional 2025-26 season, finished third despite strong statistical claims to the title. Yamal, who won his third Kopa Trophy for best young player, helped Spain win the World Cup and secured a domestic treble with Barcelona. He recorded 41 goals and assists in Europe's top five leagues, created 45 big chances, and completed 225 dribbles across all competitions. At 19 years old, Yamal would have been the youngest Ballon d'Or winner in history, surpassing Ronaldo Nazário's 1997 record. Despite modest World Cup numbers of one goal and no assists, he led the tournament in dribbles and ranked highly in shots and duels.


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