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Spain's Yamal Surpasses Mbappé, Sets New World Cup Records

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

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  • Spain's 18-year-old prodigy Lamine Yamal set multiple new records in his team's 3-0 victory over Austria, advancing them to the Round of 16.
  • Yamal became the youngest European player to achieve 10 wins in major international tournaments, surpassing Kylian Mbappé's record.
  • He also set records for the most touches in the penalty box and most dribble attempts in a single World Cup match since 1966.

Spain's young sensation Lamine Yamal continues to rewrite the record books. The 18-year-old phenom played a key role in Spain's decisive 3-0 victory against Austria, securing their spot in the Round of 16 of the World Cup.

Yamal's performance was marked by historic achievements. He became the youngest European player to secure 10 wins in major international competitions, a feat previously held by French star Kylian Mbappé. This milestone underscores Yamal's rapid ascent in the football world.

Beyond the win record, Yamal's individual brilliance was on full display. He registered 14 touches within the opponent's penalty area and attempted 10 dribbles, making him the youngest player since 1966 to achieve at least 10 touches and 10 dribbles in a single World Cup game. Spain's lineup also featured Pau Cubarsi, 19, making them the second team in knockout history to field two players under 20, a feat last seen in the 1958 World Cup with Brazil's Pelé and Altafini.

Looking ahead, Yamal expressed indifference about facing either Portugal or Croatia in the next round. "Honestly, I don't care whether it's Croatia or Portugal. Of course, playing against him [Cristiano Ronaldo] would be an honor, but I'm focused on winning the game, whoever we advance against," he stated. Spain now awaits the winner of the match between Portugal and Croatia.

Honestly, I don't care whether it's Croatia or Portugal. Of course, playing against him would be an honor, but I'm focused on winning the game, whoever we advance against.

— Lamine YamalYamal's response when asked about potentially facing Cristiano Ronaldo in the next round.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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