Spanish sensation Lamine Yamal was included in the starting lineup for Barcelona in their UEFA Champions League quarter-final clash against Borussia Dortmund, making history with a new tournament record.
The young midfielder became the first player under 18 years old to play in 20 matches in the prestigious European competition.
Yamal made his Champions League debut last season, and in his 20 appearances, he has scored 3 goals and provided 2 assists.
In addition to this achievement, Yamal previously made history as the youngest player ever to score and assist in a single Champions League match. The Esplugues de Llobregat native also holds the record for the most appearances in the Champions League knockout stages by a player under 18.
Today, Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund are competing in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie, with the second leg scheduled for next week. The outcome of this match will decide which team advances to the semi-finals, where they will face the winner of the Arsenal vs. Real Madrid match.
