Lamine Yamal is a Spain forward who plays for FC Barcelona, born in 2007, Mataró, Spain. At 18 he goes to the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Spain, drawn into Group H. Spain’s teenage Euros 2024 hero and the world’s most exciting young winger.
Key Takeaways
- Full name: Lamine Yamal
- Born: 2007, Mataró, Spain
- Position: Forward
- Club: FC Barcelona
- Country: Spain (Group H)
- Estimated net worth (2026): estimated $20-35 million USD
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Bio and early career
Lamine Yamal was born in 2007, Mataró, Spain. A teenage right-winger considered the next great Spanish star. Already a Euros champion at 17.
Throughout his career, Lamine Yamal has built a reputation as a high-output attacker for both club and country.
Club career
Lamine Yamal currently plays for FC Barcelona, where he is a key first-team player at one of Europe’s top clubs.
- Won Euros 2024 at 17
- Kopa Trophy winner (best U-21)
- Barcelona’s youngest La Liga debutant
Spain and World Cup 2026 outlook
First World Cup appearance. For the 2026 tournament, Lamine Yamal will line up for Spain in Group H alongside three other nations. Full group analysis is on the Group H preview page.
Squad-wise, Lamine Yamal’s role is central to Spain’s campaign. Their fixtures, manager and full squad analysis sit on the Spain team page.
Awards and honours
2024 European Championship winner, La Liga winner, Kopa Trophy 2024 (best U-21 player).
Estimated net worth (2026)
Lamine Yamal’s net worth is estimated $20-35 million USD, based on publicly reported salaries, endorsement deals and sponsorship arrangements. As with all such figures, actual wealth may vary significantly from these estimates.
The bulk of Lamine Yamal’s wealth comes from his FC Barcelona salary, image-rights agreements, brand sponsorships, and bonuses linked to club and international success.
Wife and family
Lamine Yamal keeps his personal life largely private. Public details about his immediate family are not widely available. Beyond his publicly available relationship and family information, Lamine Yamal generally keeps personal matters out of the press, focusing instead on football.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Lamine Yamal at the World Cup 2026?
Lamine Yamal is 18 years old at the 2026 World Cup. He was born in 2007, Mataró, Spain.
What is Lamine Yamal’s estimated net worth?
Lamine Yamal’s net worth is estimated $20-35 million USD as of 2026, including club salary, endorsements, and personal investments.
Which club does Lamine Yamal play for?
Lamine Yamal currently plays his club football for FC Barcelona in the Spanish La Liga.
Who is Lamine Yamal’s wife or partner?
Lamine Yamal’s personal relationships are kept private and details are not widely shared in the public domain.
Has Lamine Yamal won the World Cup?
First World Cup appearance. Lamine Yamal has yet to win the World Cup with Spain.
What’s next?
- Spain team page – full squad, manager, fixtures
- Group H preview – all four group teams
- Players hub – more star profiles
- Predictions hub – tournament forecasts
- Match schedule
Last updated: May 23, 2026 by the Futbolzen editorial team. Net worth estimates and partner/family details reflect publicly reported information and are subject to change. Spot something out of date? Tell us via our Corrections Policy.