Lamine Yamal Scores First World Cup Goal, Becomes Seventh Youngest Player to Score Before 19
Summary
Lamine Yamal scored his first World Cup goal, becoming the seventh youngest player to score before 19 and energizing Spain's 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia at the tournament in Atlanta.
Key Points
- Lamine Yamal scored his first World Cup goal at 18, becoming the seventh youngest player to do so before turning 19.
- He played a key role in Spain's 4-0 victory against Saudi Arabia during the World Cup in Atlanta.
- Yamal surpassed Lionel Messi's record by scoring two weeks younger than Messi did at his first World Cup goal.
- Former players like Wayne Rooney praised Yamal's talent and potential to have a long, successful international career.
