Lamine Yamal: Spain's 17-year-old sensation wins EURO 2024 Young Player of the Tournament

Lamine Yamal: Spain's 17-year-old sensation wins EURO 2024 Young Player of the Tournament

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 22:37 - 14.07.2024

Spain youngster Lamine Yamal was named EURO 2024 Young Player of the Tournament after leading his side to a 2-1 win over England in the final.

Barcelona forward Yamal, who had a tournament-high four assists was named as the best young player at EURO 2024.

The award is given to the best player aged 22 or younger, having celebrated his 17th birthday on Saturday.

Spain defeated England 2-1 in the final with goals from Nico Williams and Mikel Oyarzabal.

Yamal wins Young Player of the Tournament

. Luis de la Fuente’s side had previously defeated hosts Germany and pre-tournament favourites France on their path to Sunday’s decider in Berlin.

Yamal set up the opener for Nico Williams and has been outstanding at this tournament, creating the most chances (19), at just 17 years old.

Spain won all 7 matches and Yamal was crucial in almost everyone, offering Spain width and creativity from the right side.