Ballon d’Or: Yamal Beats Barcelona Teammate Cubarsí To Win Third Consecutive Kopa Trophy

Barcelona and Spain forward Lamine Yamal has won the Kopa Trophy for the third consecutive year, beating his club teammate Pau Cubarsí to retain the award recognising the best young footballer.
The 19-year-old expressed gratitude after receiving the honour but admitted that he believed Cubarsí deserved to win the award instead.
Yamal also thanked his teammates at both club and international levels, acknowledging their contributions to his continued success.
The latest recognition further underscores Yamal’s emergence as one of football’s most prominent young talents, following his impressive performances for Barcelona and the Spanish national team.
The Kopa Trophy is presented as ...