By Salma El-Sakka
Lamine Yamal has expressed his desire to compete for the Ballon d'Or, making a notable comment during the recent award ceremony. The young talent shared his thoughts on his rapid professional rise and his future aspirations in football.
Reflections on the Golden Boy Award
During his remarks, Yamal offered a surprising perspective on his recent accolades, suggesting he felt he might not have deserved the Golden Boy award. This unexpected admission came as he shifted his focus toward the ultimate individual prize in world football, the Ballon d'Or.



