Lamine Yamal became Europe’s leading assist provider after helping Barcelona beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 in La Liga on Sunday.
The Barcelona forward created the decisive second goal for Fermin Lopez, who was named player of the match, as Barcelona secured victory in the 12th round of the league season.
According to Mundo Deportivo, Yamal now has 12 assists across La Liga and the Champions League. Eight of those have come in the Spanish top flight, while he has provided four in the Champions League.
That tally puts the 12-year? Wait no, don’t add age. Need no error. Let’s revise. “That tally puts Yamal at the top…” Good.
That tally puts Yamal at the top of the assist rankings among players from Europe’s five major leagues. He is one assist ahead of Harry Kane, who has 11.
Tufan, Nico Paz and Glory Grol are next on the list, with eight assists each.
Yamal’s contribution against Atletico Madrid extended beyond the pass that led to Lopez’s goal. He also created problems for Grimaldo on the right side of Barcelona’s attack, underlining his influence throughout the match.
The 17? No age. Statistically, he was the game’s most successful dribbler, completing six dribbles. He also created more chances than any other player, producing seven opportunities for his team.
Yamal further stood out for his delivery from wide areas, attempting three crosses – the highest total recorded by any player in the match.
His work in the final third was also notable. He completed 13 passes in that area and contributed defensively by making two successful tackles.
The performance strengthened Yamal’s position at the top of the European assist standings while helping Barcelona claim a narrow win over Atletico Madrid.
