Video: Lamine Yamal sets record in Spain with two goals against France in UEFA Nations League

Lamine Yamal continues to amaze the soccer world with his talent and maturity. In the UEFA Nations League 2025 semifinal on June 5th in Stuttgart, the young Spanish forward scored twice in Spain‘s dominant 5-4 victory over France, becoming the youngest player in Spanish history to score two doubles in official matches.

At just 17 years old, Yamal became the top scorer of the match, netting two goals in the second half. The first came from a penalty he earned after being fouled by Adrien Rabiot.

The second, a precise finish following an assist from Pedri, sealed Spain’s victory and marked his second double for the senior national team, his first in an official match.

Before his historic performance against France, Yamal had already made an impact in the UEFA Nations League 2024-2025. On March 23, 2025, in the match against Cyprus, he scored his first double for the Spanish national team.

At 17, Yamal showed great composure and skill in the box, becoming the youngest goalscorer in the competition’s history, further solidifying his place as one of soccer’s brightest future stars.

Records and recognitions

This achievement adds to a series of records Yamal has set in his short but brilliant career. In 2024, he became the youngest goalscorer in the history of the European Championship with a stunning goal against France in the semifinals. He was also named Best Young Player of the Tournament and recognized as the Best U-23 Player in LaLiga EA SPORTS 2024/2025.

With performances like this one, Lamine Yamal is shaping up to be one of the greatest prospects in world soccer.

His ability to shine on international stages and his maturity on the field have made him a key figure for both FC Barcelona and the Spanish national team. The 2025 Nations League could be just the beginning of a career full of success and achievements for this football prodigy.

With his double against France, Yamal not only reaffirms his status as one of the most promising emerging figures, but also makes it clear that the future of Spanish soccer is in good hands.