Six times, same result! Yamal continues to be Mbappe's knockout nemesis
Spanish teenager Lamine Yamal has maintained a perfect 6-0 record against Kylian Mbappé in knockout matches following Spain's victory over France in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals. Despite Mbappé's individual accolades, Yamal has consistently emerged victorious in their head-to-head encounters across club and international competitions.
Why it matters
The rivalry between these two stars has become a defining narrative in modern football, highlighting the emergence of a new generation of talent.
Lamine Yamal's remarkable record against Kylian Mbappé in knockout matches continued at the FIFA World Cup 2026, as Spain defeated France 2-0 in the semifinal to book their place in the final. The victory extended Yamal's unbeaten streak against the French superstar Kylian Mbappe across club and international football.Despite Kylian Mbappe being one of the top goalscorer in FIFA World Cup history and Lamine Yamal featuring in his first-ever World Cup, the Spanish teenager has consistently come out on top whenever the two have met in a knockout match. While Mbappe boasts the superior individual numbers, Yamal holds a perfect 6-0 record against the French superstar in single-elimination clashes.Here's a look at every knockout clash between the two stars:UEFA Euro 2024 semifinal: Spain 2-1 FranceThe rivalry began on the international stage at UEFA Euro 2024.
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