Lamin Yamal and Kylian Mbappé are two of the brightest football stars in the world, and now that the Frenchman has come to Real MadridThe rivalry between them has only become stronger. Following FC Barcelonas profit in 2025 Copa del Rey Final, Yamal has extended its dominant record over Mbappe.
Mbappe had a similar meteoric rise early in his career at Monaco. With a World Cup medal already in its trophy cabinet, the striker is generally considered a generational in just 26 years old. But only 17, Yamal has managed to consistently surpass the experienced forward when they have shared the pitch.
Yamal and Mbappe have now met each other six times, with the Spanish kid who has a 5-1 record over the French star. The six matches took place only 13 months, and Yamal has consistently come out at the top every time they met.
Their first meeting came on 10 May 2024During the first part of the UEFA Champions League quarter final between Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain – When Mbappe was still with PSG. Barcelona won the first stage 3-2, but PSG drew a comeback with a 4-1 victory in the other leg, where Mbappe did twice.
The third meeting came in the semi -finals of UEFA Euro 2024, where Spain defeated France. The last three meetings have all taken place during the current season, with Yamals Barcelona that consistently dominates Mbappe’s Real Madrid. In these six showdowns, Yamal has directly contributed Three goals and Three assistsWhile Mbappe has recorded Four goals and An assist.
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There is almost a 10-year age difference between Yamal and MbappeWhich means they belong to different generations in football terms. Nevertheless, the young Spaniards’ dominance illustrates when they meet the extraordinary impact he already has at such a young age.
Yamal sure of Barcelona’s season 2024-25
Barcelona had struggled with financial issues and inconsistent performances in recent years, and expectations were modest in the 2024-25 season. However, In Coach Hansi Flick’s first year in charge, the team competes on all frontsWith the opportunity to win up to four trophies.
After lifting Copa del Rey – his third major trophy with Barcelona – Yamal reflected on the team’s incredible campaign. “Although we allow a goal, no problems. Although we allow two goals, there are still no problems. This year they simply cannot beat us. We have proven that. I’m really happy. Visca Barca! “Yamal said in an interview after the match.
