FC Barcelona dashed the hopes of their arch-rivals Real Madrid for any silverware this season by defeating Espanyol and securing the La Liga title for the 2024-25 season. As a result, Real Madrid has been dethroned from both domestic and European club competitions.
Barcelona triumphed with a 2-0 victory over Espanyol at the RCDE Stadium. The club's teenage sensation shone brightly, scoring one goal and providing an assist that ultimately sealed the team's treble.
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Lamine Yamal's solid season may earn him his first Ballon d'Or
Lamine Yamal's performance has echoed his name amongst the top contenders for the Ballon d'Or season. He has been very influential in the side's exploits this season. He has made 42 goal contributions this season, including 17 goals and 25 assists across club competitions. He has also completed the domestic treble by winning La Liga, the Copa Del Rey and the Supercopa de España. In addition, he is the player with the most big chance creations and successful dribbles in Europe.
Lamine Yamal was the key contributor even in the club's last fixture against Espanyol. He scored a wonderful curling goal and provided an assist to win the La Liga for the Catalans.
Yamal's closest competitor for the Ballon d'Or this season could be his skipper Raphinha, who has also had a great season, having made 56 goal contributions, including 34 goals and 22 assists. He is also currently the top scorer of the UEFA Champions League with 13 goals to his name. Liverpool's striker Mo Salah is also in the race for Ballon d'Or having made 46 goal contributions this season along with winning the Premier League this season.
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