🇪🇸 Lamine Yamal is one of the headline players of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. At 19, he plays for FC Barcelona and represents Spain. The tournament runs June 11 to July 19, 2026 across the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
- Country
- 🇪🇸 Spain
- Age at WC 2026
- 19
- Club
- FC Barcelona
- WCs played
- 0
- WCs won
- 0
Lamine Yamal at the 2026 World Cup
Lamine Yamal will be 19. First World Cup. Already won Euro 2024 (youngest goalscorer in Euros history at 16). The most hyped teenage talent in football since Messi.
Connection to the US
Spain has strong Latin diaspora presence in California, Texas, Florida.
What to expect from Lamine
As one of the most-watched players of the tournament, Lamine's every move will be tracked. Expect intense media coverage on every match day, with all major US sports networks (Fox, ESPN, Telemundo for Spanish) running dedicated coverage.
Where Spain will play
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Will Lamine Yamal play the 2026 World Cup?
Spain is qualified. Lamine Yamal is expected to be in the squad, though formal call-ups are confirmed closer to the tournament.
How old is Lamine Yamal at the 2026 World Cup?
19 years old during the tournament (June-July 2026).
What club does Lamine Yamal play for?
FC Barcelona.
How many World Cups has Lamine Yamal played?
0 prior World Cups.