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Lamine Yamal Breaks Champions League Record at 18

12/12/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Lamine Yamal, an 18-year-old Barcelona player, set a new Champions League record for offensive contributions by players aged 18 and under, with seven goals and seven assists, surpassing Kylian Mbappe.
His latest assist helped Barcelona secure a 2-1 win over Frankfurt.
Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso faces pressure due to inconsistent performances as Arsenal and Bayern Munich push for knockout stages, while Liverpool and Barcelona struggle.

History

Historical Context

Kylian Mbappé made history in 2017 by becoming the youngest player to score in a Champions League knockout match at just 18 years old, netting six goals and one assist. This trend of young talent is exemplified by Lamine Yamal, who recently achieved seven goals and seven assists, reflecting the growing influence of youth in elite football and altering team strategies.

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Story summary

Lamine Yamal, an 18-year-old Barcelona player, set a new Champions League record for offensive contributions by players aged 18 and under, with seven goals and seven assists, surpassing Kylian Mbappe.
His latest assist helped Barcelona secure a 2-1 win over Frankfurt.
Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso faces pressure due to inconsistent performances as Arsenal and Bayern Munich push for knockout stages, while Liverpool and Barcelona struggle.

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