Lamine Yamal leveled Kylian Mbappé’s Champions League scoring record for a teenager on Tuesday, netting his 13th goal in the competition during Barcelona’s 4–2 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain.
The 19-year-old Ballon d’Or nominee produced a second-half solo strike at the Parc des Princes, driving past makeshift left back Warren Zaïre-Emery before beating goalkeeper Matvey Safonov from a tight angle. Despite the defeat ending Barcelona’s unbeaten run for the 2026–27 season, Yamal became the first player across Europe’s top five leagues to record at least 10 goals and 10 assists this campaign.
Paris Defeat and Record-Breaking Form
Yamal’s influential role in Hansi Flick’s squad is highlighted by his involvement in 40% of Barcelona’s 50 goals this season. Prior to the match in Paris, Barcelona manager Hansi Flick described his winger as “the best player in the world right now.”
Lamine Yamal with another sensational finish 😮💨✨ pic.twitter.com/tpSGLfVhqO
The goal brought Yamal level with Kylian Mbappé for the most Champions League goals scored as a teenager. While Mbappé reached 13 goals in 23 appearances for Monaco and PSG, Yamal hit the same milestone in 36 outings. Because Yamal does not turn 20 until next July, he retains time to claim the record outright before aging out of the category.
Yamal needs eight goals to surpass Erling Haaland
Looking ahead, the Barcelona forward needs eight more goals to surpass Erling Haaland as the highest scorer in the Champions League before turning 21.
| Player | Goals | Appearances |
|---|---|---|
| Kylian Mbappé | 13 | 23 |
| Lamine Yamal | 13 | 36 |
The Upcoming Clásico Showdown
Barcelona returns to domestic action on Sunday, Oct. 25, facing Real Madrid in the first Clásico of the 2026–27 season. Yamal holds a history of setting records in the fixture, having debuted at 16 years and 107 days old to become the youngest player to feature and score in the match. Exactly a year after his debut, he scored Barcelona’s third goal in a 4–0 victory at the Santiago Bernabéu. Across nine appearances against Real Madrid, Yamal has contributed three goals and two assists.
Sunday’s fixture also serves as a direct on-field meeting between two primary contenders for the Ballon d’Or. Voting for the prize has already concluded ahead of the ceremony in London on Oct. 26. Reflecting on his candidacy last month, Yamal told Spanish broadcaster Movistar+, I honestly believe there are two of us who are the best in the world, and this year I deserve it because of what I’ve won.
How many appearances did Lamine Yamal need to score 13 Champions League goals?
How many appearances did Lamine Yamal need to score 13 Champions League goals?
Yamal reached his 13th Champions League goal in 36 appearances for Barcelona. In comparison, Kylian Mbappé scored his 13 goals across 23 matches for Monaco and Paris Saint-Germain.
When is the upcoming Clásico between Barcelona and Real Madrid?
The first Clásico of the 2026–27 season takes place on Sunday, Oct. 25, following Barcelona’s fixture against Paris Saint-Germain.
What record does Erling Haaland currently hold regarding teenage Champions League goals?
Erling Haaland holds the record for the most Champions League goals scored before turning 20, a milestone Yamal requires eight more goals to surpass before his 21st birthday.
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