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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Jamie Braidwood

Lamine Yamal’s dazzling display against Inter Milan leaves football world in awe

Lamine Yamal Football UEFA Champions League
  • 17-year-old Lamine Yamal delivered a stunning performance for Barcelona in their 3-3 Champions League semi-final draw against Inter.
  • Yamal scored a remarkable goal, becoming the youngest scorer in a Champions League semi-final, surpassing Kylian Mbappé's record.
  • His performance drew comparisons to Lionel Messi, with manager Hansi Flick describing him as a "genius" and a "talent born every 50 years."
  • Yamal nearly scored a second spectacular goal, hitting the crossbar, and created several other chances for his teammates.
  • The teenager's display earned praise from players and pundits, including Erling Haaland and Thierry Henry, with the world anticipating his performance in the second leg.

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‘A talent born every 50 years’: Lamine Yamal stuns football world with dazzling display against Inter

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