Spain’s Lamine Yamal added another milestone to his fast-growing career after becoming the youngest player in Europe to win 10 major international tournaments, surpassing the record held by the France captain. Kylian Mbappe.The 18-year-old impressed as Spain beat Austria 3-0 in the final. FIFA World Cup Round of 32, helping La Roja to the Round of 16 as they continue their dream of football’s biggest competition. At the age of 18 years and 354 days, Yamal became the youngest player in Europe to complete a 10-game winning streak in major competitions, breaking Mbappe’s record by an incredible five years. The French champion reached the summit at the age of 23 years and 355 days, marking an incredible ascent of Yamal.Despite being denied a goal against Austria, the Barcelona winger proved to be Spain’s most dangerous centre-back.
Yamal breaks Mbappe’s record despite injury
Yamal entered the World Cup fully fit after injuring his hip two months ago while playing for Barcelona.His recovery has been slow, but the youngster is now beginning to resemble the electric striker who has taken European football by storm.Against Austria, Yamal scored six goals and troubled the opposition’s defence, earning the Player of the Match award despite not scoring.“I didn’t score, but I’m very happy that we made it to the next round,” Yamal said after the win.The young man also revealed that he is finally feeling fit.“Little by little, I’m starting to feel like myself again, running and knocking down where I need to and taking on defenders,” he said. “I’m at 100%. I’m ready for what the coach wants. I just need to rest and take care of myself.”Yamal came close to scoring on a number of occasions, with Austria captain David Alaba clearing an effort, while goalkeeper Alexander Schlager denied him from close range after Alex Baena’s header.
Spain continued with another impressive display
Spain’s victory rested on the team’s success.Mikel Oyarzabal struck twice, while Pedro Porro scored his first international goal as the European champions overcame Austria to book a place in the Round of 16 with Portugal to follow. Cristiano RonaldoA great victory for the Croatian side.La Roja have now reached the end of the competition without scoring a single goal in the competition.Goalkeeper Unai Simon also entered the history books, extending his World Cup shutout streak to 519 minutes, surpassing Italy’s Walter Zenga’s previous record of 517 minutes set at the 1990 World Cup.
