Regarded as one of the best young footballers in the world, Yamal was a key member of Spain’s European Championship winning team and was named Best Young Player in the tournament just one day after turning 17. The FC Barcelona winger is the youngest player to appear in the European Championship, the youngest to score in the tournament and the youngest to play in a final, and was awarded the Kopa Trophy at the Ballon d’Or awards for being the best player under 21 in 2024. Known for his pace, dribbling, passing and his ability to strike powerful long-range shots, he came through Barcelona's youth academy and made his competitive debut at the age of 15 in April 2023..
