International Football · Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Lamine Yamal sets his sights on 2026 Ballon d'Or
The Spanish winger is banking on his collective success to edge out Kylian Mbappé in the race for the individual trophy.
By Editorial team
Lamine Yamal believes that his performances with La Roja at the 2026 World Cup, combined with his titles at FC Barcelona, represent a major asset in the fight for the Ballon d'Or. The Spanish international positions himself as the favourite against Kylian Mbappé, citing his collective victories as the decisive argument. The young Barcelona winger has been accumulating titles since joining the national team. His contribution to the successes of the Spanish Federation structures his candidacy for the individual trophy.