The teenager from Rocafonda - Lamine Yamal, enters the world of adults with almost an entire career ahead of him and a bunch of records already behind him.

Barcelona fans around the world have been following Lamine Yamal's development since his debut for the first team at the age of 15. Today, July 13, 2025, Lamine Yamal celebrated his 18th birthday and officially entered adulthood.

A whole bunch of records even before 18

For most footballers, their careers only begin when they turn 18. But Lamine Yamal Nasraoui Ebana is no ordinary footballer. The Barca winger, who recently extended his contract with the club until 2031, made history as the youngest ever La Liga starter at just 16 years and 38 days. And he didn't stop there - he recently became the youngest player to score two goals in a match for the Spanish national team.

Individual honours and a key role in the team's success
Having set so many records in his short career, it's no surprise that Lamine Yamal has already won prestigious individual awards such as the Golden Boy and the Laureus Breakthrough of the Year awards.

These accolades aren't just for decoration on his CV - they go hand in hand with his meteoric rise on the pitch, which has made him one of the best players in the world with over 100 appearances at the highest level.

Established among the elite

Last season, he finally cemented his place among the stars, despite still being a teenager. In the 2024/25 campaign, he played 55 games for Barcelona, ​​participating in 39 goals - scoring 18 and assisting another 21. His contribution was undoubtedly crucial in the Spanish treble won: La Liga, the King's Cup and the Spanish Super Cup.

The future is ahead of him

A star both on and off the pitch, Lamine Yamal also impresses with the ease and calm with which he accepts fame - qualities that inspire young talents around the world. Now, entering adulthood, Lamine Yamal is yet to write history with the Barça team on his back. |BGNES