Barcelona’s talented Spain winger, Lamine Yamal, made history in LaLiga by becoming the youngest goalscorer at the age of 16 years and 87 days. His remarkable achievement occurred during a match against Granada on a memorable Sunday.
Yamal had previously made headlines in August as he set a record for Barcelona’s youngest debutant in an official match. He continued his meteoric rise by becoming Spain’s youngest-ever international and goalscorer at just 16 years and 57 days when he made his senior national team debut during a Euro 2024 qualifier against Georgia in September.
During the clash against Granada, Yamal etched his name in the annals of LaLiga history. In the dying moments of the first half, he displayed his composure by calmly slotting the ball home from close range. This pivotal goal came at a crucial juncture when LaLiga champions Barcelona were trailing 2-0.
Yamal’s achievement surpassed the previous record holder, Fabrice Olinga of Malaga, who had found the net against Celta Vigo in 2012 at the age of 16 years and 98 days.
Despite having a Moroccan father, Yamal was born and raised in Spain, and he has quickly established himself as an integral part of Barcelona’s forward line. His recent call-up to the senior Spain national team put an end to the hopes of Moroccan football enthusiasts who had aspired for him to change his allegiance. Yamal’s rapid ascent in the football world continues to captivate fans and pundits alike, making him a promising talent to watch for years to come.
