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.

Lamine Yamal has really stepped up as the standout figure for Barcelona’s next generation, bringing along the hopes of fans eager for another great era. At just 18, Yamal is already showing an impressive mix of maturity and style,

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.

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

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

Lamine Yamal, the young Barcelona winger, received the iconic number 10 shirt. He follows in the footsteps of Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona and Ronaldinho. Yamal has already made over 100 appearances for the club.

Barcelona star Lamine Yamal has hit out at the backlash over his birthday party, insisting he’s focused on football and free to 'enjoy' his life.