Barcelona's Lamine Yamal Becomes Youngest-Ever Golden Boy Winner

The 17-year-old winger earns the prestigious award after a standout year for Spain and Barcelona, including Euro 2024 success and the Kopa Trophy.

Lamine Yamal, at 17 years and four months, is the youngest player to win the Golden Boy award, which recognizes the best under-21 player in Europe.
Yamal played a pivotal role in Spain's Euro 2024 victory, becoming the youngest player and scorer in tournament history and earning the Young Player of the Tournament honor.
In October, Yamal received the Kopa Trophy at the Ballon d'Or ceremony, finishing eighth in overall voting for the Ballon d'Or after a breakout year for club and country.
This season, Yamal has continued his strong form with six goals and eight assists in 16 appearances for Barcelona, helping them lead La Liga under coach Hansi Flick.
Barcelona's Vicky López also made history, winning the Golden Girl award, which recognizes the top under-21 women's player globally.