Kenya, March 24 -- In a dramatic UEFA Nations League match, 17-year-old Lamine Yamal etched his name into football history by scoring a clutch goal in extra time against the Netherlands, securing Spain's advancement to the semi-finals.
The match, which ended in a 3-3 draw after regular and extra time, was decided by a penalty shootout where Spain triumphed 5-4.
Yamal's performance was not only pivotal for the result but also highlighted his potential as one of the youngest players to make such an impact in the competition's knockout stages.
His teammate Pedri also played a significant role, contributing to Spain's victory.
This match has further fuelled discussions about Yamal's bright future, with comparisons to football legends becoming more frequent among fans and analysts alike.
Pedri: "Lamine Yamal is a spectacle."
"His goalscoring potential is here and will be developing for sure in the next few years."
Lamine Yamal becomes the youngest player to score in the UEFA Nations League knockouts (17y 253d).
Lamine Yamal is the youngest player to miss a penalty in the Nations League.
Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Bana Kenya.