Lamine Yamal
Wins third consecutive Kopa Trophy
Yamal was awarded the 2026 Kopa Trophy during Sunday's Ballon d'Or ceremony in London, becoming the first player to win the award for the world's best young player three consecutive times.
Analysis: Yamal has further established himself as one of world football's brightest stars after becoming the first player to win three consecutive Kopa Trophies, achieving the feat at just 19 years old. The Barcelona winger enjoyed a remarkable 2025/26 campaign, registering 24 goals and 18 assists across 45 appearances in all competitions while helping his side secure the La Liga title. He also played a part in Spain's triumphant 2026 World Cup campaign, finding the net against Saudi Arabia during the group stage. Far from slowing down, Yamal has carried that exceptional form into 2026/27, already recording 10 goals and 10 assists in just 13 appearances across all competitions, further underlining his status as one of the most productive attacking players in world football.
Scores in defeat to PSG
Yamal scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Tuesday's 4-2 loss against Paris Saint-Germain.
Analysis: Yamal brought Barcelona level for the second time in the 79th minute, capitalizing on a defensive mistake before firing past Matvey Safonov at the near post. The Spanish winger remained an important attacking outlet throughout the contest, registering four shots and creating three chances despite facing a demanding matchup against Lucas Hernandez. He has now contributed to at least one goal in 10 consecutive appearances across La Liga and the Champions League, highlighting his remarkable consistency. Yamal has recorded two goals, four assists and 13 chances created across three Champions League appearances this season, cementing his status as Barcelona's primary attacking threat.
Scores, assists in win
Yamal scored one goal and assisted once from four shots and two chances created in Saturday's 5-2 victory versus Betis. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 55th minute.
Analysis: Yamal continued his outstanding run for Barcelona, recording a goal and an assist while completing six dribbles and creating two chances in Saturday's match. He now has eight goals and six assists across his last seven appearances, adding 16 shots on target, 31 key passes and 35 successful dribbles during that stretch.
Creates twice in dominant showing
Yamal assisted twice to go with five shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Tuesday's 4-1 win against Galatasaray.
Analysis: Yamal supplied two assists while recording five shots, four crosses, one accurate, and two corners to go with six chances created across the full 90 minutes in Tuesday's 4-1 win at Galatasaray. He created Fermin's go-ahead header with a curling delivery from the right in the 50th minute before beating Eren Elmali with class and a fake rabona inside the area and setting up Anthony Gordon for Barcelona's third just three minutes later. Yamal was central to Barcelona's second-half surge and continued creating danger after the result was effectively settled, finishing as the key creative figure in the comeback.
Assists, thrive as playmaker
Yamal assisted once to go with six shots (zero on goal), seven crosses (three accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 3-0 win against Getafe.
Analysis: Yamal didn't find the back of the net in this win, but he wreaked havoc on the opposing defense with his playmaking. The star winger remains one of the league's most reliable forwards, with seven goals and five assists in eight Liga appearances. He should remain a key player for Barcelona, especially with Raphinha (thigh) sidelined.
Scores vs. Czech Republic
Yamal scored a goal in Spain's 2-1 win over Czech Republic on Saturday.
Analysis: Yamal broke the deadlock early with a shot from the edge of the box that sneaked past Antonin Kinsky. The Barcelona winger has been in excellent form during the international break, notching four goals and one assist in three appearances with La Roja. He's been excellent at club level as well, tallying eight goals and six assists across eight appearances between LaLiga and the Champions League.
Stars in Spain win
Yamal scored twice and provided an assist as Spain defeated Croatia 4-1 in the Nations League.
Analysis: Yamal delivered a decisive performance from the right wing, opening the scoring just over a minute into the match before setting up Marc Pubill with a right-footed cross. He added his second goal after the break, collecting the ball inside the area before cutting onto his left foot and finishing at the near post. The three-goal contribution highlighted Yamal's ability to both create and finish attacks as Spain maintained their perfect Nations League record. Yamal has also made an outstanding start to the season with Barcelona, recording seven goals, four assists and 27 chances created across seven La Liga appearances.
Assists twice in win
Yamal assisted twice to go with five shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and six chances created in Saturday's 3-1 victory versus Sevilla.
Analysis: Yamal was held relatively quiet during a difficult opening half but became increasingly influential after the break. His work inside the box set up Raphinha's header in the 52nd minute, then he supplied another assist for the Brazilian's hat-trick goal in the 69th. Yamal also hit the woodwork among his five attempts and finished with seven touches inside the penalty area while helping Barcelona overcome an early deficit. Raphinha has stolen all the headlines, but Yamal is having an excellent start to the season as well, notching seven goals and four assists in seven LaLiga starts thus far in 2026/27.
Goal and two assists
Yamal scored one goal and assisted twice from seven shots and three chances created in Wednesday's 7-2 win over Racing Santander. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 50th minute.
Analysis: Yamal assisted Joao Cancelo's opener with a pass for the defender's long-range finish before setting up Gabriel Jesus for Barcelona's sixth goal in the 79th minute. He then capped his own performance in the 89th minute, finishing a fast break from Karim Adeyemi's pass after previously missing a penalty. Yamal has now recorded a goal contribution in five consecutive matches across all competitions and remains one of Barcelona's main attacking outlets.
Nets brace
Yamal scored two goals to go with three shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 4-2 victory over Levante.
Analysis: Yamal doubled the advantage in the 19th minute assisted by Raphinha and then also cooly dispatched a penalty in the 48th minute. Yamal completed three dribbles and also made a clearance. He has started every game this campaign and has now netted three braces in a row, making him a formidable opponent for the next clash, against Racing Santander.
Scores and assists two in 5-1 win
Lamine Yamal scored one goal and assisted twice from four shots and four chances created in Wednesday's 5-1 win versus Feyenoord.
Analysis: Yamal helped Barcelona of to an ideal start in their Champions League as they defeated Feyenoord 5-1. He scored one and assisted two others to get his personal CL campaign off to an ideal start. He took four shots and created four chances showing his equal threat for assists and goals. Last year he finished the Champions League with six goals and four assists so is way on his way to that total already. In four La Liga games this season, he has scored four goals, two goals coming in each of the last two games. He has taken at least four shots in each of the last four houses.
First free-kick goal in brilliant outing
Lamine Yamal scored one goal and assisted twice from four shots and four chances created in Wednesday's 5-1 victory versus Feyenoord.
Analysis: Yamal has hit top gear after a slow opening to the season, and he was the difference again in Barcelona's Champions League opener against Feyenoord. The winger supplied two assists and scored his first ever free kick goal, and he beat his marker at will with seven successful dribbles. That takes him to five goals and two assists across his last three appearances, and with a strong summer of recruitment behind them, Barcelona could push for every trophy with Yamal as the focal point of the attack.
Brace during massive win
Yamal scored two goals to go with eight shots (four on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and five chances created in Sunday's 5-0 victory over Valencia.
Analysis: Yamal was a vocal point for Barcelona on Sunday as he typically is, not scoring once in the sixth minute but adding another in the 84th minute. This continues a great run for the forward over their past two games, recording a brace in both. Those four goals account for all of his goal contributions in four appearances so far this season.
Starts against Valencia
Yamal (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Sunday's La Liga clash against Valencia after overcoming the knock he picked up in training earlier this week.
Analysis: Yamal's place in the lineup confirms the issue wasn't significant enough to restrict his availability, despite Barcelona also having a Champions League fixture against Feyenoord on Wednesday. The winger enters Sunday's contest in strong form after scoring his first two goals of the season in the 5-2 win over Rayo Vallecano. His ability to create separation in one-on-one situations and provide both scoring and creative output from the right wing should remain central to Barcelona's attack this season.
Set to return vs. Valencia
Yamal (undisclosed) has been included in the squad for Sunday's match against Valencia.
Analysis: Yamal picked up a knock in training earlier in the week, but the star forward has been included in the squad to face Valencia on Sunday. It remains to be seen whether he'll start, especially given that Barcelona play Feyenoord in the Champions League next Wednesday, but his inclusion in the squad is a positive sign. Yamal is coming off scoring his first two goals of the season in the 5-2 win over Rayo Vallecano the last time out.
Will travel with squad
Yamal (undisclosed) took a knock in training that was hurting him but will travel for Sunday's clash against Valencia and will maybe play, according to coach Hansi Flick, per Diario AS. "Lamine took a knock, it was hurting him a bit and that's why he trained alone today. He trained individually and everything is fine. He will travel with us tomorrow, and then we will decide tomorrow whether he can play."
Analysis: Yamal has been in strong form this season, contributing a brace with two goals from 15 shots and 13 chances created across three LaLiga appearances, and this update offers some reassurance after his absence from team training had raised concern ahead of the Valencia match. Karim Adeyemi could still see increased playing time if Yamal is ultimately unable to feature from the start of the game.
Not spotted in training Saturday
Yamal (undisclosed) was not spotted in Saturday's team training session ahead of Sunday's clash against Valencia, according to Alfredo Martinez of Onda Cero Radio.
Analysis: Yamal has been in strong form this season, contributing a brace with two goals from 15 shots and 13 chances created across three LaLiga appearances, including his recent two goal performance in the win over Rayo Vallecano. His absence from Saturday's team training session raises some concern ahead of the Valencia match, and Karim Adeyemi could see increased playing time if Yamal is unable to feature.
Scores first goals of season
Yamal scored two goals to go with six shots (two on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and seven chances created in Monday's 5-2 victory over Rayo Vallecano.
Analysis: Yamal opened his La Liga account for the new season in the 21st minute, unleashing a powerful left-footed strike from just inside the box into the top corner after Marc Bernal's assist to give Barcelona a 2-1 lead they would never relinquish, before adding his second in the 90th minute to complete the scoring. He was dangerous and direct throughout the match, having been active and threatening from the opening minutes before Rayo stunned Camp Nou with their 12th-minute opener, and returned to his best after a quieter start to the campaign. Yamal now has two goals from 15 shots and 13 chances created in three La Liga appearances this season.
Shines in Thursday's win
Yamal generated seven shots (three on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Thursday's 2-0 victory against Athletic.
Analysis: Yamal was not directly involved in either of his side's goals Thursday, but that didn't stop him from having an elite performance. He took seven shots and created five chances in the match, somehow not recording a goal contribution despite that volume. He also recorded six crosses -- after recording zero in the season opener -- and took two corners in his full 90 minutes of action.
Back at Ciutat Esportiva
Yamal has arrived at Barcelona's Ciutat Esportiva to begin preseason preparations, fresh off winning the World Cup with Spain, according to Jijantes FC.
Analysis: Yamal contributed one goal across eight appearances during the tournament, adding to a standout LaLiga campaign in which he was named Player of the Season after scoring 16 goals and adding 11 assists to drive Barcelona to the title under coach Hansi Flick. Still remarkably young, he remains a nailed-on starter on the right wing with elite volume across goals, chance creation and set pieces, and there's little reason to expect a dip in output as he continues to develop. Yamal is expected to build up his fitness as preseason gets underway.
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