Lamine Yamal sets Ballon d’Or record by completing historic Kopa Trophy hat-trick
Lamine Yamal made history at the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony in London, winning the Kopa Trophy for a third consecutive year. The 19-year-old Barcelona forward became the first player to achieve the feat since the award’s introduction in 2018. His latest triumph follows an impressive season with Barcelona and Spain, further cementing his status among football’s brightest young talents.
- ✓Lamine Yamal made history at the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony in London, winning the Kopa Trophy for a third consecutive year.
- ✓The 19-year-old Barcelona forward became the first player to achieve the feat since the award’s introduction in 2018.
- ✓Civic Domain: Categorized under sports public notices.
Lamine Yamal made history at the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony in London, winning the Kopa Trophy for a third consecutive year. The 19-year-old Barcelona forward became the first player to achieve the feat since the award’s introduction in 2018. His latest triumph follows an impressive season with Barcelona and Spain, further cementing his status among football’s brightest young talents.
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| Issuing Authority | Times of India Sports |
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| Publication Date | 26 October 2026 |