Lamine Yamal wins 2024 Kopa Trophy with overwhelming support from Ballon d'Or winners

Lamine Yamal won the 2024 Kopa Trophy, receiving 22 out of 23 votes from former Ballon d'Or winners. He outperformed nominees Arda Guler and Kobbie Mainoo, showcasing his impact at Barcelona and Spain's European Championship victory. Ronaldo was the only voter who did not place Yamal first, choosing Savinho instead. Despite this, Yamal's victory was decisive, earning 113 points compared to Savinho's 19. Mainoo finished closely behind Guler for second place. Other notable rankings included Pau Cubarsi in fifth and Alejandro Garnacho in joint sixth. The Kopa Trophy recognizes the best under-21 footballer in Europe, highlighting emerging talent in football.