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At just 17, Barcelona’s prodigy Lamine Yamal has already matched Cristiano Ronaldo’s La Liga title haul.
The young star played a pivotal role in Barcelona’s 28th league triumph, scoring once and providing an assist in a 2-0 victory over city rivals Espanyol on Thursday, sealing a historic domestic treble under Hansi Flick.
While Yamal had dreams of adding a UEFA Champions League crown this season, Barcelona’s semifinal exit dashed those hopes.
Yamal’s dazzling performances have positioned him as a frontrunner for this year’s Ballon d’Or. His second La Liga title puts him level with Ronaldo, who won just two league titles during his time at Real Madrid.
Ronaldo’s lower tally reflects Barcelona’s dominance in that era, with the Portuguese star losing out to Barça six times and to Atlético Madrid once.
At 17, Spain international Yamal is already carving out a remarkable legacy, becoming the first player to win two La Liga titles before turning 18.
His trophy cabinet is bursting with accolades: two La Liga titles, a European Championship, a Spanish Super Cup, a Copa del Rey, the Best Young Player award at EURO 2024, and the 2024 Kopa Trophy.
Under Flick’s guidance, Barcelona secured their ninth domestic double and a treble, cementing Yamal’s status as a generational talent.
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