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World Cup 2026

Top 10 World Cup 2026 Stars — No.2: Lamine Yamal, the 18-year-old who arrived before the world was ready

Lamine Yamal is 18 years old and the most exciting player at World Cup 2026. Spain are the tournament favourites. He is the reason. A hamstring concern is the only thing standing between him and defining the entire summer.

World Cup 2026

Viva's Power Rankings — No.3: Spain, the European champions, the youngest great team in football, and Yamal fit or unfit

Spain are the reigning European champions with the youngest average squad age at this tournament. Lamine Yamal is 18 and arguably the best player in the world. A hamstring concern is the only thing keeping them from number one on this list.

World Cup 2026

Under-21 Players to Watch — No.1: Lamine Yamal, 18 years old, arguably the best player in the world, and just getting started

Lamine Yamal is 18 years old. He is arguably the best player in the world right now, regardless of age. Spain are the tournament favourites and he is the reason. This is not hyperbole — it is the assessment of everyone watching closely enough to know.