Lamine Yamal's Historic Night: Breaking Records and Making Waves in the Champions League
Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal made headlines on Tuesday night as he surpassed Kylian Mbappe to become the player with the most goal involvements in the Champions League aged 18 or under. Read on to discover how the young talent played a key role in Barcelona's exciting comeback win over Eintracht Frankfurt.

Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal added another record to his collection on Tuesday night in the Champions League. His assist for Jules Kounde in Barca's 2-1 win over Eintracht Frankfurt means that he now has more goal involvements in the competition than any other player aged 18 or under, breaking the record previously held by Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe.Barcelona were made to work hard for their three points against Eintracht Frankfurt at Camp Nou on Tuesday night. The Catalan giants went 1-0 down thanks to an opening goal from Ansgar Knauff, but hit back after the break to seal the win. Two goals from Kounde were enough for victory, with Marcus Rashford and Yamal bagging assists in the game for Hansi Flick's side.Yamal set up Barcelona's winner for Kounde which means he has now been directly involved in 14 goals (seven goals and seven assists) in the Champions League for Barcelona. The 18-year-old therefore overtakes Mbappe (ten goals and three assists) for the most goal involvements by a player aged 18 or younger in the competition’s history. Yamal is likely to add to that tally too, as he does not celebrate his 19th birthday until July, giving him plenty more time to add more Champions League goals and assists to his collection.Looking for smarter football bets? Get expert previews, data-driven predictions & winning insights with GOAL Tips on Telegram. Join our growing community now!However, Yamal will be forced to watch Barcelona's next Champions League match from the sidelines. The teenager picked up his third booking of the 2025-26 competition against Eintracht Frankfurt which brings an automatic one-match suspension. Flick will therefore will have to cope with his brilliant wonderkid for Barcelona's next European outing in January against Slavia Prague.Yamal was substituted late in the game against Eintracht Frankfurt and appeared to be less than impressed with the decision to take him off before the final whistle at Camp Nou. Flick was asked about his teenage star after the game and spoke about the decision to replace him. He told reporters: "Lamine was a little disappointed when he came on, but he had a yellow card and needed fresh legs. These are three very important points. We controlled the game; it was a very difficult match. They defended very deep. We have to focus on ourselves and get six more points."Barcelona will now switch focus back to La Liga where they have a four-point lead over rivals Real Madrid. Flick's side have just two fixtures left to play in the Spanish top flight in 2025, starting on Saturday against Osasuna. The Catalans then play their final La Liga game of the calendar year on December 21 against Villarreal, which will take place at the Yellow Submarine's home ground of La Ceramica after failed attempts to move the fixture to Miami.
Lamine Yamal Shines in Breakthrough Performance
Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal stole the show in the Champions League clash against Eintracht Frankfurt by setting up Jules Kounde's winning goal. This pivotal assist means he has now been directly involved in an impressive total of 14 goals (seven goals and seven assists) in the competition for Barcelona. Surpassing the previous record held by Kylian Mbappe, Yamal's achievement marks a significant milestone in his budding career.
Impressive Performance Against Eintracht Frankfurt
Barcelona faced a tough test against Eintracht Frankfurt as they found themselves trailing 1-0, but rallied back in the second half to secure a crucial 2-1 victory. With goals from Kounde and assists from the likes of Marcus Rashford and Yamal, Barcelona showcased their resilience and determination on the pitch to claim all three points.
Upcoming Challenges and Suspensions
Despite his stellar performance, Yamal will have to sit out Barcelona's next Champions League match due to a suspension after receiving his third booking of the campaign. As Flick's side prepare to face Slavia Prague in January, they will need to adjust to Yamal's absence and find ways to maintain their momentum in the competition.
Flick's Perspective and Team Dynamics
Following the match, Flick addressed Yamal's substitution and the team's overall performance, highlighting the importance of securing the three points. With Barcelona now turning their focus to La Liga, Flick's strategic management and the team's collective effort will be crucial in maintaining their lead at the top of the table.
Looking Ahead
As Yamal continues to make waves in European football, Barcelona fans eagerly anticipate his future contributions and the impact he will have on the team's success. With key fixtures in both Champions League and La Liga on the horizon, Barcelona's young star is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the club's season ahead.





