LAMINE YAMAL NEWS

Assists early Sunday Yamal assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 3-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano. In addition, he was give...

Impact Yamal assisted the opening goal Sunday as he set up Robert Lewandowski's strike in the 3rd minute. He created three chances for the third time in his last four starts. He also helped his side keep a clean sheet for the third consecutive match as he won one tackle on the defensive end.

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores one in win Yamal scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 2-0 win versus Real Sociedad.

Impact Yamal registered a goal contribution for the second straight game. It also marked his second consecutive outing with a shot on target, a chance created, an accurate cross and a tackle won. Additionally, he continued to move the ball well, with more than 25 completed passes for the fourth consecutive outing.

MAY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal against Girona Yamal assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 4-2 loss against Girona.

Impact Yamal set up the opener for Andreas Christensen in the third minute. Yamal recorded the most crosses in the team, created three chances, completed two dribbles and also won a penalty just before half time. He now has four goal involvements in the last nine league games and has performed extremely well in his breakaway season.

MAY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Meet Lamine Yamal, the 16-year-old Spain and FC Barcelona are betting their futures on

Soccer's most talked-about player is only 16, but Lamine Yamal is immune to the pressure.

MAY 3, 2024

Assist in short appearance Yamal assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Tuesday's 4-1 loss to Paris Saint-Germain.

Impact With his lone chance created, Yamal set up a goal by Raphinha. Unfortunately for the former, central defender Ronald Araujo was shown a straight red card under half an hour into Tuesday's game. To preserve Barcelona's defensive line, head coach Xavi subbed in center-back Inigo Martinez for Yamal, whose Champions League season prematurely ended with a 34-minute appearance.

APRIL 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed off against Las Palmas Yamal generated three crosses (zero accurate) and two tackles in Saturday's 1-0 win against Las Palmas.

Impact Yamal didn't have a notable contribution in the game and was replaced by Ferran Torres in the 71st minute. Yamal has recorded four goal contributions in the last six games.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fires five shots versus Napoli Yamal won five duels and generated five shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Tuesday's 3-1 win against Napoli.

Impact Yamal was peppy and a big part of the offense, leading his team in attempts, but he had poor aim in the box. He has scored and assisted once in the last five games, adding 14 shots (four on target) and eight chances created.

MARCH 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winning goal Lamine Yamal scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 1-0 victory versus Mallorca.

Impact Yamal opened up the scoring in the 73rd minute with a beautiful strike from the edge of the box to give his team the lead. He has now registered a goal contribution in four out of his last five matches.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists once in victory Lamine Yamal assisted once to go with four shots (one on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Celta Vigo.

Impact Yamal has picked up his production in recent weeks with three goal involvements in his last two matches just as Raphinha has become available again, giving manager Xavi a selection headache for the games ahead. He also won both his tackles and has taken 17 shots in his previous five contests, a third of his shot tally for the entire season.

FEBRUARY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores brace in Sunday's draw Yamal scored two goals to go with two shots (two on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-3 draw against Granada.

Impact Yamal scored twice Sunday, as he opened up the scoring in the 14th minute off a Joao Cancelo assist, then scored the equalizer in the 80th minute with an unassisted outside the box strike. The two goals came on his only two shots of the match and bring him up to three goals on the season, his first coming away at Granada on Oct. 8. He also recorded four crosses for the fifth time in La Liga this season as he played the full 90 minutes for the fifth match in a row.

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots Lamine Yamal registered three shots (two on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 1-0 win versus Osasuna.

Impact Yamal has played the full 90 minutes in each of Barcelona's last three matches, a period in which he has taken 11 shots and created six chances with one assist. He will continue to play heavy minutes in the next few games due to the injuries in Barca's attacking corps but will likely see his minutes scaled back as Joao Felix, Raphinha and Ferran Torres return so as not to overwork the teenager.

FEBRUARY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Third assist in victory Lamine Yamal assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 4-2 win over Betis.

Impact Yamal made a big impact Sunday, setting-up a late Joao Felix goal for Yamal's third assist of the season. He also contributed defensively with five tackles (four tackles-won), an interception, and a clearance. The match marked just the fourth occasion Yamal has played the full 90 minutes this season. With stand-out performances, the 16 year-old will continue to push for minutes in a crowded Barcelona front line. Barcelona next play a defensively-struggling Villarreal when La Liga play resumes next Saturday.

JANUARY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona wins by two goals for first time since September, will play Real Madrid in Super Cup final

The "clasico" will decide the Spanish Super Cup winner for the second straight season.

JANUARY 11, 2024

Sets up goal against Antwerp Yamal assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 loss against Royal Antwerp. In addition, he was giv...

Impact Yamal played a pivotal role in the match, providing the assist for Ferran Torres' equalizer in the 35th minute with an accurate low cross. Unfortunate not to score himself in the 52nd minute, as his shot rattled the crossbar. Defensively sound, he made three tackles and an interception. He has been a consistent presence down the right flank this season, featuring in all Champions League matches for the team.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dangerous against Rayo Lamine Yamal recorded three shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Yamal created multiple chances for the second time this season, with each of those instances occurring in the last three games. He will continue to compete primarily with Raphinha and Ferran Torres for the starting berth on the right wing and all three figure to get opportunities to impress.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses off bench Yamal generated one shot (one on goal) and five crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-1 win over Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Yamal logged his season high in crosses. But while the volume was there, his accuracy was not. In La Liga action, Yamal has been a regular substitute since recovering from his previous hip injury. Ideally for Yamal, the international break gives him some good time to regroup, as he continues to fluctuate between starter and reserve every few games.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting off bench Yamal (hip) is starting on the bench for Sunday's match against Athletic Club.

Impact Yamal has already got a goal and an assist in 10 appearances this season, five of them coming as starts. He is expected to have a big role this season after his impressive start to the season at just the age of 16.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to start Sunday Yamal (hip) is in line to return to the starting XI versus Athletic on Sunday, per Pol Ballus of The Athletic.

Impact Yamal dropped out of the Spain National Team during the international break but appears to have used that time well to get back to full fitness. Given the absence of Robert Lewandowski (ankle) and Raphinha (strain), the club would certainly welcome the fitness of Yamal.

OCTOBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with hip problem Yamal sustained a hip flexor injury against Granada on Sunday but will still link up with the Spanish national team during the break.

Impact Even if Yamal doesn't play, the fact that he will still join Spain during the international break should indicate that he is not dealing with a long-term issue. Still, the forward should probably be considered a doubt heading into his next club match versus Athletic on Oct. 22.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sets record with goal Yamal became La Lisa's youngest ever goalscorer, scoring once from three shots (one on target) in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Grenada.

Impact Yamal tapped in his first Barcelona goal in first half stoppage time to ignite the comeback. The 16-year-old has appeared in every game so far this season, making five LA Liga starts. The goal is his second attacking return of the season, following on from his assist against Villarreal. The youngster made his Bacelona debut as a 15-year-old last season and is also the youngest ever player, and goalscorer, for the Spanish national team.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract Yamal signed a contract extension until 2026 with FC Barcelona on Monday.

Impact Yamal will remain with his home club after signing a contract extension with Barcelona on Tuesday. The 16-year-old signed a three-year extension and will stay with the club until the end of the 2026 season. There was no doubt that the starling was a part of Barcelona's future plans as he was already earning normal minutes at such a young age. So far this season, he has compiled 20 crosses (six accurate), 12 shots (four on target) and five chances created through nine appearances.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lamine Yamal becomes youngest player to score for Spain in 7-1 rout of Georgia

Barcelona's Lamine Yamal became the youngest player to score for Spain in a 7-1 win over Georgia in Euro 2024 qualifying.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Records first La Liga assist Lamine Yamal assisted once to go with four shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-3 win against Villarreal. In addition, he was given...

Impact Yamal became the youngest player to assist a goal in La Liga history to assist a a goal, as his cross found Gavi's head in the 12th minute to take the 1-0 lead. He had a productive match outside of the assist as well, as he took four shots (one on target), created one chance, recorded four crosses (one accurate) and drew two fouls before being subbed off in the 76th minute for Ansu Fati.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE