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UNL: Why I did Thierry Henry’s iconic celebration – Lamine Yamal

Barcelona winger, Lamine Yamal has explained why he replicated the club’s former striker, Thierry Henry’s iconic corner-flag celebration after scoring his second goal in Spain’s 4-1 win over Croatia in the UEFA Nations League on Tuesday. After scoring his brace during the match, Yamal held the corner flag in the classic style famously used by Henry. […] UNL: Why I did Thierry Henry’s iconic…

UNL: Why I did Thierry Henry’s iconic celebration – Lamine Yamal

The 2026 Ballon d’Or Power Rankings, compiled by GiveMeSport, have crowned Lamine Yamal as the leading contender for the prestigious Golden Ball award. The rankings place the Barcelona and Spain player ahead of Harry Kane, Rodri, Kylian Mbappe, and Lionel Messi. As the FIFA World Cup approaches, the race for the 2026 Ballon d’Or is reaching its decisive phase.

The prestigious individual award is set to be decided following a stellar 2025/26 season and the early stages of the upcoming campaign. With the voting process now concluded, focus has shifted to the top contenders and their outstanding performances over the past year. The 2026 Ballon d’Or race has sparked passionate discussions among football fans, as several world-class stars have delivered remarkable campaigns both on the club and international fronts.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has significantly impacted the race, providing players with the opportunity to bolster their claims through stellar performances on the grandest international stage.

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