Barcelona star Lamine Yamal has yet again created history in Spanish football. The 19-year-old registered his 50th assist in La Liga by providing assists to Raphinha for two goals in the 3-1 win over Sevilla FC at the Ramn Snchez Pizjun Stadium.
It took Yamal only 19 years and 68 days to achieve the feat, taking his overall tally to 51 assists in 159 La Liga appearances.
Breaks Post Vincius Jnior’s Record In Opta data, Yamal significantly broke the highest age mark set by Real Madrid winger Vincius Jnior: Lamine Yamal: 50 LaLiga assists at 19 years, 68 days Vincius Jnior: 50 LaLiga assists at 22 years, 298 days Yamal left the Brazilian international in the dust of over three and a half years.
Match Impact vs. Sevilla
He couldn’t extend the scoring streak, but he was the leading source of sustained Barcelona attack:
Raphinha’s two goals were both set up by the Barcelona winger, with assists in the 22nd and 52nd minutes. Over the full 90 minutes, he completed 46 accurate passes, created 3 chances, and had 4 shots.
Taking part in the Barcelona attack from start to finish, Yamal has earned the captain of Sevilla FC praise; overhauling the opposition player as the best of the best in the world.
Suso: Yamal was one of the best players in the world. He’s only 19-years-old and already a world-class player. It will be interesting to see how he develops.
As a result, the Laliga giants stand atop the table, while the 20-ranked attacker continues his ballen d’or-kindergarten calendar start.
