Spanish football prodigy Lamine Yamal has been crowned the Laureus World Young Sportsperson of the Year, adding yet another prestigious honour to his rapidly growing list of achievements.
Lamine Yamal receives the Laureus World Young Sportsperson of the Year Award 🏆#Laureus26 | @FCBarcelona_cat @LaLiga pic.twitter.com/feMVmYJGta
— Laureus (@LaureusSport) April 20, 2026
At just 18, the FC Barcelona winger has taken the football world by storm with his maturity, creativity, and match-winning performances at both club and international level. Yamal played a key role for Spain during UEFA Euro 2024, further cementing his reputation as one of the brightest young talents in global sport.
The Laureus World Sports Awards recognition highlights his extraordinary rise over the past year, as he continues to break records and set new benchmarks for teenage excellence in football.
Another trophy for the teenage sensation—yet it feels like just the beginning.
