The teenage sensation’s Spain got the better of the Real Madrid forward’s France in the last four.
Barcelona and Spain winger Lamine Yamal has disclosed what was said between him and France captain Kylian Mbappe after the European Championship semi-final match in Munich.
17:30 - 12.07.2024
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Spain vs France
Luis de la Fuente's men came from behind to eliminate the pre-tournament favourites after an incredible Yamal effort and a second by Dani Olmo turned the game around by the 25th minute following Randal Kolo Muani's ninth-minute goal.
His goal made him the youngest goalscorer (16 years and 362 days old) in European Championship history, eclipsing Johan Vonlanthen's previous feat (18 years, 141 days).
20:55 - 09.07.2024
Lamine Yamal: Reactions as Barcelona star makes history with goal for Spain against France
See what people are saying as Barcelona star Lamine Yamal at just 16 years old makes history at Euro 2024 with a goal for Spain against France
What did Mbappe tell Yamal?
Yamal, who turns 17 on July 13(today), was pictured with the Real Madrid star at the match's culmination, and the Barcelona man has stated what transpired at full-time.
“Kylian Mbappe asked for my jersey after the game,” said the 17-year-old to Marca.
What comes next?
Spain play England in the final on July 14, keen to claim their fourth continental crown and a first since 2012.