Yamal Inherits Barcelona's Iconic Number 10 Jersey
CATALONIA, SPAIN, JUL 16 – Lamine Yamal, 18, takes over Barcelona's iconic number 10 jersey after Ansu Fati's loan departure, following his key role in last season's domestic treble, club officials said.
- On Wednesday, Lamine Yamal inherited Barcelona's number 10 shirt, previously worn by Messi, Ronaldinho, Rivaldo and Maradona.
- Ahead of next season, with Ansu Fati on loan at AS Monaco, Yamal inherited the number 10 shirt, helping Barcelona win a treble.
- Since his debut in 2023, Yamal has scored 25 goals in over 100 appearances and signed a contract through 2031 in May.
- Lamine Yamal said `Messi made his path and I will make mine`, reaffirming his commitment and adding `I will try to continue their legacy with the number 10`.
- Lamine Yamal said `I hope to enjoy myself more than last year and make my dreams come true`, and he aims to win the Champions League with Barcelona and the World Cup with Spain.
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Lamine Yamal has thrilled his followers on social media after officially confirming that he will wear the legendary number 10 jersey at FC Barcelona. The young Catalan star published a touching video on Instagram, where he shares a special moment with his little brother, Keyne. In the emotional clip, Keyne is seen coloring the historic Barcelona jerseys worn by legends such as Diego Maradona, Ronaldinho and Lionel Messi, all of whom wore the num…
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BARCELONA (AP) — Lamine Yamal wears the number 10 jersey at Barcelona, the same number worn by Diego Maradona, Ronaldinho, and Lionel Messi at the Catalan club. “I hope it’s enough (for them), because they are three greats of football and legends of this club. Everyone dreams of owning something of theirs. I would sit down with all of them, do a one-on-one with all of them; they are three incredible players, Messi still is. I will try to follow …
Soccer-Yamal inherits Barcelona's iconic number 10 jersey
BARCELONA (Reuters) -Barcelona's electric 18-year-old winger Lamine Yamal has been handed the famous number 10 shirt previously worn by club icon Lionel Messi, capping a remarkable breakthrough season for the teenager. Read full story
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