Spain boss Luis de la Fuente says Lamine Yamal deserves to win the Ballon d’Or after seeing the youngster put on another masterclass. Yamal scored twice as Spain beaten France 5-4 in a classic game to book a spot in the Nations League final.

Lamine Yamal's match-winning performance against France in the semi-finals of the Nations League on Thursday has underlined his Ballon d'Or credentials, said Spain manager Luis de la Fuente. The 17-year-old Barcelona sensation lifted Spain to a thrilling 5-4 win over France by scoring twice,

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente says Lamine Yamal delivered a Ballon d'Or "statement" in Thursday's 5-4 UEFA Nations League semifinal win over France.