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Lamine Yamal named La Liga Player of the Season after title-winning campaign

Published: 05 Jun 2026 - 06:49 pm | Last Updated: 05 Jun 2026 - 06:55 pm
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QNA

Madrid: Lamine Yamal has been named La Liga's Player of the Season for 2025-26 after playing a leading role in FC Barcelona's successful title defense.

The award, announced by the league on Friday, caps a remarkable campaign for the 18-year-old, who enjoyed the most productive season of his career.

Yamal scored 16 goals and provided 12 assists, establishing himself as one of the standout performers in Spanish football and a key figure in Barcelona's attack.

Barcelona finished top of the table with 94 points, securing the league title as a new generation of young talent, led by Yamal, continued to drive the club's domestic success.