Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal has been awarded the 2024 Golden Boy trophy following a remarkable season that saw him help Spain clinch the European Championship.
Yamal, who turned 17 just a day before the Euro 2024 final, played a pivotal role for La Roja as they secured a thrilling 2-1 victory over England. His outstanding performances throughout the tournament earned him the titles of Young Player of the Tournament and Goal of the Tournament for his spectacular strike against France in the semifinal.
Originally set to travel to Turin to receive the prestigious award, Yamal will now miss the ceremony due to an ankle injury sustained during Barcelona’s 1-0 loss to Leganés in La Liga. The club announced he is expected to be sidelined for three to four weeks.
Despite the setback, the young forward expressed his joy: “I’m very happy. I really feel the affection the fans have for me, and receiving these awards makes me very pleased and very happy.”
Yamal’s meteoric rise has captured the attention of football fans worldwide, and his Golden Boy award cements his status as one of the sport’s most promising talents.
Reference(s):
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