Lamine Yamal Responds After Finishing Third Behind Harry Kane in Ballon d’Or Race

Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal has reacted after finishing third in the 2026 Ballon d’Or voting, behind winner Harry Kane and runner-up Kylian Mbappé. The 19-year-old said he remains confident that his time will come. He congratulated the winners and said he is focused on helping Barcelona achieve more success. Yamal also received his third consecutive Kopa Trophy, recognising him as one of the world’s best young players. He said Barcelona teammate Pau Cubarsí deserved strong consideration for the award.

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