Spanish star Lamine Yamal has added another remarkable milestone to his fast-growing career when he became the youngest European player to win 10 major international matches, breaking the record previously held by the France captain. Kylian Mbappe.The 18-year-old achieved the feat in Spain’s 3-0 win over Austria. fifa world cup 32, helping La Roja advance to the last 16 while continuing to make his dream debut in football’s biggest tournament. At the age of 18 years and 354 days, Yamal became the youngest European player to win 10 games in a major tournament, beating Kylian Mbappe’s previous record by an astonishing five years. The French superstar reached the milestone at the age of 23 years and 355 days, underscoring the extraordinary pace of Yamal’s rise.Although he was denied a goal against Austria, the Barcelona winger once again proved that he is Spain’s most dangerous attacking outlet.
Yamal beats Mbappe’s milestone despite injury
Yamal came into the World Cup in a weak state of fitness two months ago after sustaining a hamstring injury while playing for Barcelona.His recovery has been gradual but the teenager is now starting to look like the exciting winger who has taken European football by storm.In the game against Austria, Yamal shot six times and continued to cause trouble for the opponent’s defense. Although he failed to score, he still won the best player award.“I didn’t score but I’m happy that we advanced to the next round,” Yamal said after the victory.The youngster also revealed that he is finally feeling fully healthy again.“Gradually, I started to get my feel back and make the runs and dribbles I needed to make and take on defenders,” he said. “I’m 100 percent. I’m ready for what the coach wants. I just have to continue to rest and take care of myself.”Yamal came close to scoring on several occasions, with Austria captain David Alaba clearing one and goalkeeper Alexander Schrager parrying Alex Baena’s shot from close range after his free-kick hit the crossbar.
Spain shows dominance again
Spain’s victory was based on another all-round performance from the team.Mikel Oyarzabal scored twice and Pedro Polo scored his first international goal as the European champions eased past Austria to advance to the last 16 against Portugal cristiano ronaldoThe team won a dramatic victory over Croatia.La Roja are now in the knockout rounds having not conceded a single goal in the competition.Goalkeeper Unai Simon also entered the history books, extending his run without a match at the World Cup to 519 minutes, surpassing Italy legend Walter Zenga’s long-standing record of 517 minutes set at the 1990 World Cup.
