Barcelona's Lamine Yamal Breaks Kylian Mbappé's UEFA Champions League Teenage Goal Record
Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal scored his 14th Champions League goal, surpassing Kylian Mbappé's teenage record of 13 goals.
In Brief
- •Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal scored his 14th Champions League goal, surpassing Kylian Mbappé's teenage record of 13 goals.
- •The goal came in a 3-0 win over Aston Villa at Spotify Camp Nou on Tuesday.
- •Yamal achieved the record in just 37 appearances, becoming the youngest player to start a Champions League match at 16 years and 83 days.
- •He finished the new season with 13 goals and 11 assists across 15 games, and placed third in the 2026 Ballon d'Or.
Why It Matters
Yamal's achievement marks a new benchmark for teenage talent in Europe’s premier club competition, highlighting the rapid rise of young players in top-tier football. The record not only boosts Barcelona’s attacking profile but also raises expectations for the club’s future success and could influence transfer market valuations for emerging stars.
Key Details
- Teenage Goal Record
- 14 goals
- Appearances to Reach Record
- 37
- Match vs Aston Villa
- 3-0 win
- New Season Stats
- 13 goals, 11 assists in 15 appearances
- Ballon d'Or Ranking
- 3rd place
Context & Background
The record for most Champions League goals scored by a teenager was previously held by French forward Kylian Mbappé, who netted 13 goals before turning 20. Yamal's 14th goal surpasses that mark, marking a new milestone in the competition’s history.
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