Written by Megan Taylor, sports reporter covering international sports since 2020

Lamine Yamal World Cup stats tell a different story from the hype around Spain’s teenage star, with the Barcelona winger scoring once and recording no assists through six matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Spain have still reached their first World Cup semi-final since 2010, showing how Luis De La Fuente’s side has found balance without relying only on the 18-year-old.

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Yamal’s World Cup Numbers So Far

Yamal has shown flashes of quality on the right side, but his end product has not matched the level many fans expected before the tournament.

Here are Lamine Yamal’s 2026 World Cup stats through six appearances.

Spain Find Other Ways To Win

Spain’s attack has not stalled because Mikel Oyarzabal has stepped up with three goals, while Marc Cucurella has supplied two assists.

That spread of output has helped Spain move through the tournament with a more rounded attacking shape, rather than forcing every move through Yamal.

The teenager’s movement still matters. He draws defenders wide, opens passing lanes and gives Spain space to switch play quickly.

According to the official FIFA World Cup site, Spain remain alive in the 2026 tournament as they prepare for a semi-final against France.

Barcelona Form Shows Bigger Picture

Yamal’s club record explains why expectations are so high.

Across all competitions for Barcelona, he has played 151 matches, made 123 starts, scored 49 goals and added 45 assists.

He was born on July 13, 2007, in Mataro, Spain, and first appeared for Barcelona’s senior team at just 15 during the 2022-23 La Liga season.

His World Cup has been quiet by his own standards, but Spain’s semi-final run proves his value does not depend only on goals and assists.