Lamine Yamal: The Future of Football Wins 2024 Kopa Trophy

Lamine Yamal Clinches 2024 Kopa Trophy

Yamal's remarkable ascent has earned him widespread acclaim...

Rising star Lamine Yamal claims 2024 Kopa Trophy, becoming the youngest winner ever. Get the inside scoop on his remarkable journey to stardom.

Lamine Yamal, Barcelona and Spain's sensational winger, has claimed the prestigious 2024 Kopa Trophy. This esteemed award recognizes the outstanding achievements of football's top player under 21.

At just 17 years old, Yamal has catapulted to stardom, delivering exceptional performances for both Barcelona and Spain. His rapid rise to prominence began in the 2023/24 season, where he swiftly established himself as a vital component in both teams.

Yamal's remarkable ascent has earned him widespread acclaim, solidifying his position as one of football's most exciting young talents. The Kopa Trophy win underscores his impressive impact on the sport.

Lamine Yamal's phenomenal breakout year continued with the 2024 Kopa Trophy win. The 17-year-old sensation impressed last season with 7 goals and 9 assists in 50 Barcelona appearances.

Yamal made history at Euro 2024, becoming the youngest player to score and assist in the tournament. He contributed 1 goal and 4 assists to Spain's victorious campaign.

This season, Yamal has elevated his game, already tallying 6 goals and 7 assists in just 14 appearances.

The Barcelona winger claimed the 2024 Kopa Trophy, surpassing Arda Guler, Kobbie Mainoo, Savinho, and Pau Cubarsi. At 17, Yamal is the award's youngest recipient in its six-year history.

2024 Kopa Trophy ranking
Player Club

• 1. Lamine Yamal Barcelona
• 2. Arda Guler Real Madrid
• 3. Kobbie Mainoo Man Utd
• 4. Savinho Man City
• 5. Pau Cubarsi Barcelona
• 6. Alejandro Garnacho Man Utd
• = Joao Neves PSG
• 8. Warren Zaire-Emery PSG
• = Mathys Tel Bayern Munich
• = Karim Konate RB Salzburg

Lamine Yamal joins an illustrious list of Kopa Trophy winners, becoming the third Barcelona and Spain player to claim the award after Pedri (2021) and Gavi (2022).

The prestigious trophy has also been won by El Clasico rival Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid) in 2023 and Kylian Mbappé, who made history as the inaugural winner in 2018 and now plays for Real Madrid.

Past winners of the Kopa Trophy

Year Winner

• 2018 Kylian Mbappe (France)
• 2019 Matthijs de Ligt (Netherlands)
• 2020 N/A
• 2021 Pedri (Spain)
• 2022 Gavi (Spain)
• 2023 Jude Bellingham (England)
• 2024 Lamine Yamal (Spain)