Lamine Yamal, aged just 17, shone in the Nations League semi-final, scoring twice in Spain's victory over France and earning praise from coach Luis de la Fuente

In the Nations League semi-final, Lamine Yamal impressed with an exceptional performance, scoring two goals in a dramatic 5-4 win over France. Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has declared Yamal as the favorite to win the Ballon d'Or, underlining that he is the best player in the world. The 17-year-old Yamal has contributed significantly to his team's success, while the competition for the Ballon d'Or is between him and Ousmane Dembélé, who has had an outstanding season.