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Lamine Yamal Sets Champions League Records with Stunning Solo Goal

The 17-year-old Barcelona star dazzled in a 3-3 draw against Inter Milan, becoming the youngest scorer in a Champions League semi-final and marking his 100th club appearance.

BARCELONA, SPAIN - APRIL 30: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Semi Final First Leg match between FC Barcelona and FC Internazionale Milano at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on April 30, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Lamine Yamal, at 17 years and 291 days, became the youngest player to score in a Champions League semi-final, breaking Kylian Mbappe's record.
  • The Barcelona prodigy also became the second under-18 player to start a Champions League semi-final and the youngest to reach 100 appearances for the club.
  • Yamal's Messi-like solo goal sparked Barcelona's comeback from a 2-0 deficit, showcasing his skill, composure, and creativity under pressure.
  • Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi described Yamal as a 'once-in-50-years talent,' while Barcelona coach Hansi Flick called him a 'genius.'
  • Yamal has already achieved remarkable milestones, including winning Euro 2024 with Spain, and continues to draw comparisons to Lionel Messi for his generational talent and impact.