At just 17 years old, Lamine Yamal continues to dazzle—and his latest masterclass against France in the Nations League semi-final (5–4 win) has reignited the Ballon d’Or debate, especially in his quiet rivalry with Ousmane Dembélé.
After scoring a spectacular brace and leading Spain to the final, Yamal let his football do the talking: “The best way to respond is on the pitch,” he said post-match. And respond he did.
When asked about facing Dembélé, Yamal replied calmly: “He’s a great player. But we’re the ones in the final.”
A clear message, delivered with confidence—and results
Reflecting on France, the young Barça star showed maturity beyond his years: “France is a top team, they make you suffer—that’s normal. They push you to the limit. But we’re thrilled with the win.”
And what about the Ballon d’Or? Yamal isn’t getting carried away: “I always tell my mother—what motivates me, what makes me get up every morning—is just playing football.”
One thing is certain: Yamal isn’t just in the conversation—he’s leading it.
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