Luis Figo Praises Lamine Yamal, Urges Players To Emulate His Fearless Style

Portuguese football legend and former Real Madrid star, Luis Figo, has lauded Barcelona's teenage prodigy, Lamine Yamal, calling him “the best” and urging others to follow his fearless class of play.

Speaking at the 2025 Laureus World Sports Awards held in Madrid, Figo did not hold back in his admiration for the 17-year-old Spaniard, who recently clinched the ‘Breakthrough of the Year’ award. The football icon praised Yamal for his maturity on the field and his ability to thrive under pressure, particularly in high-stakes matches.

“He is the best,” Figo said. “Everyone should be like him, the way he approaches this type of match.”

Yamal has taken LaLiga by storm this season, leading the league in assists with 14. A product of Barcelona’s famed youth academy, he became a regular starter for the senior team in 2023 and has since racked up an impressive 36 goal contributions — 14 goals and 22 assists. His influence has been vital to Barcelona’s title push this season.

Beyond his club achievements, Yamal also played a key role in Spain’s triumph at the European Championship, solidifying his status as one of the most exciting young talents in world football.

As he continues to break records and set new standards, Figo believes Yamal represents the future of football a player with both skill and the right attitude. His rise has sparked conversations among fans and pundits alike, many of whom agree that Yamal is on course to becoming one of the game’s greats.