Overview
- At the Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai on Dec. 28–29, Yamal was named Best Forward and received the Diego Maradona Award.
- In his acceptance remarks, he said it is best not to compare yourself to anyone and that he wants to build his own path, according to comments reported by Fabrizio Romano.
- Cristiano Ronaldo attended the ceremony and was shown smiling in approval as Yamal referenced him, per broadcast coverage cited by the Mirror.
- The new accolades add to Yamal’s 2025 recognition that includes finishing second in the Ballon d'Or and retaining the Kopa Trophy.
- This season he has seven La Liga goals and six assists as reported by outlets, contributing to Barcelona’s position at the top of the table.