Lamine Yamal figured it out early. He understands that goals and assists, and putting up big numbers, are what ultimately win you the Ballon d’Or! Yamal is having an absolutely incredible season statistically. Yesterday, he scored twice and provided an assist against Alavés, making it the FIFTH game this season in which he has both scored and assisted! And here’s the crazy part: Lamine Yamal is currently Europe’s highest goal contributor with 28 G/A, scoring 16 goals and providing 12 assists. He’s also right in the race for the La Liga top scorer award alongside Raphinha and Mbappé. And we’re only two months into the season! Yamal is now getting closer to the centre, finding more shooting positions, receiving the ball between the lines and taking more shots from outside the box. He’s attacking the far post when crosses come in and making runs towards the six-yard box during transitions. His game is no longer just about individual brilliance out wide. This season, Yamal has become a genuine goalscoring machine! If he maintains these incredible numbers and wins a trophy or two, especially the Champions League, the Ballon d’Or could be his, making him the youngest player ever to win the award!