Seventeen-year-old Lamine Yamal continues to dazzle football fans, scoring a sensational goal and assisting another to lead Barcelona to its 28th La Liga title with a 2–0 win over city rivals Espanyol on Thursday.
Barcelona entered the match knowing that a victory would seal the title—and with Real Madrid unable to catch them despite two games remaining, the result was a crowning moment in a near-flawless domestic campaign.
Yamal opened the scoring in the 53rd minute with a trademark moment of brilliance. Picking up the ball on the right wing, the teenage phenom cut inside before launching a thunderous shot into the top corner—his eighth league goal of the season and yet another highlight in what has been a breakthrough year.
“I always try my best and today I was lucky it went in,” Yamal said, via the Associated Press. “I am very happy I could help the team and celebrate it.”
He wasn’t done there. In stoppage time, Yamal slipped a pinpoint pass to Fermín López, who made no mistake in sealing the result and igniting celebrations at the Estadi Olímpic.
A Treble Triumph for Flick
The victory marks Barcelona’s third major trophy of the season, completing a domestic treble that includes the Copa del Rey and the Spanish Super Cup—all achieved under new manager Hansi Flick in his debut season with the club.
“Barcelona has to win titles and three titles is really great,” said Flick. “I suffered a bit after the game in Milan, but after winning three titles I am very happy and the club is too.”
Flick was referencing the club’s dramatic Champions League exit earlier this month, when Inter Milan staged a stunning comeback to eliminate Barcelona in the semifinals. Thursday’s title win goes a long way in easing that disappointment.
Match Interrupted by Off-Pitch Incident
The match was briefly paused during the first half following a serious incident outside the stadium. According to local authorities, a vehicle struck a crowd near the venue, injuring at least 13 people. Catalan Police later described the incident as an “accidental collision” and confirmed to CNN that investigations were ongoing.
As fans celebrated Barcelona’s return to domestic dominance, the night belonged to Lamine Yamal—a teenage sensation who once again proved he’s not just the future of the club, but already its present.
