Lionel Messi’s Argentina is reportedly set to face Lamine Yamal’s Spain in the highly anticipated Finalissima 2026, with UEFA and CONMEBOL narrowing down potential host cities for this landmark intercontinental showdown.

The athlete celebrated his 18th birthday with a party attended by his teammates and other celebrities on Sunday, July 13

Semra Hunter has been covering Spanish football for over 15 years, and joins host Niall Paterson to talk about Yamal's stellar career so far. Plus, expert in sport psychology, Professor Andrew Lane, discusses the impact of sports stardom on a person so young.

This article was originally published on www.si.com as USMNT Star Christian Pulisic Beats Out Lamine Yamal for Prestigious Award. Christian Pulisic took home the Best Soccer Player award at the 2025 ESPYS, beating out a Barcelona trio of Lamine Yamal, Aitana Bonmatí and Alexia Putellas.

A Spanish government official has called for an investigation into Barcelona star Lamine Yamal’s 18th birthday party after a prominent disability activist group said organizers of the event hired people with dwarfism “solely for entertainment and attractions” in contravention of Spanish law.

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A dwarf performer who participated in Barcelona star Lamine Yamal's 18th birthday party has addressed the controversy surrounding the event, following an investigation launched by the Spanish government over allegations of discrimination.

The soccer superstar is facing a government investigation after hiring entertainers with dwarfism to perform at his 18th birthday party.

Lamine Yamal is seen as the present and future of FC Barcelona. At the age of 18, Yamal has achieved a lot throughout his short career so far and is expected to deliver more trophies for Barcelona. The Spanish winger is considered one of the best players ...