In this article, we will learn about the top 10 youngest goalscorers in the history of La Liga.
One of the greatest football leagues in the world, La Liga has produced many talented players over the years. It also draws a number of celebrities from across the world.
Furthermore, it is challenging for a rookie player to succeed because the roster includes some of the greatest players in the world. However, some people are able to have an impact at a very young age.
10. Raul Gonzalez
Real Madrid icon Raul made his mark as one of the youngest goalscorers in La Liga history. His ascent to the first team was facilitated by manager Jorge Valdano, who recognized his potential following standout performances with the reserve squad.
Raul quickly justified Valdano’s confidence by scoring in only his second match for Los Blancos against city rivals Atletico Madrid, contributing to a 4-2 victory. At that moment, he was just 17 years, 4 months, and 9 days old.
9. Juanmi
Juanmi made his debut for the Malaga first team during the 2009/10 season, appearing in five league matches but failing to score. However, his playing time increased in the following season, allowing him to net his first La Liga goal at the age of 17 years, 3 months, and 23 days. He achieved this milestone by scoring twice in a thrilling 5-3 victory over Real Zaragoza.
8. Alberto Rivera
Although Alberto Rivera did not secure a regular spot in the Real Madrid lineup, he made a significant impact in his debut match. Coming on as a substitute against Celta Vigo while Madrid was leading 1-0, he quickly made his presence felt by scoring, which helped secure a 2-0 win for the team.
At 17 years, 3 months, and 22 days old, he became one of the youngest players to score for the illustrious La Liga champions.
7. Bojan Krkic
Bojan Krkic’s brief tenure at Barcelona left fans yearning for more, yet he began his career with an impressive flourish. The young winger quickly emerged as one of the most promising talents in football.
He scored his first La Liga goal at the age of 17 years, 1 month, and 22 days, thanks to a precise pass from Lionel Messi, although it came during a disappointing 3-1 loss to Villarreal. Unfortunately, his career trajectory took a downturn shortly thereafter.
6. Juan Mena
For over sixty years, Juan Mena held the title of the youngest goalscorer in La Liga history, having scored his first goal in 1941, a record that stood until 2003. He achieved this milestone at the age of 17 years, 1 month, and 6 days during Valencia’s impressive 7-3 victory over RC Celta Vigo.
5. Xisco Nadal
Although Xisco Nadal spent the majority of his career in the lower divisions and was not a prominent figure in La Liga, he made a remarkable entrance into Spain’s top league.
His first goal in La Liga came at a crucial moment when Villarreal was behind against Espanyol. The young player equalized in injury time, scoring at just 16 years, 11 months, and 19 days old.
4. Ansu Fati
Ansu Fati ranks as the second youngest player to debut in La Liga for FC Barcelona and has quickly established himself as a key scorer in significant matches.
A product of the La Masia academy, he became the youngest player to score for the club in La Liga and the third youngest overall, netting a goal in a 2-2 draw against Osasuna at the age of 16 years and 10 months.
3. Iker Muniain
Iker Muniain made history as one of the youngest goal-scorers in La Liga when he found the net against Villarreal (Courtesy: Eurosport). His inaugural goal in the league occurred during a 2-2 match against Real Valladolid, at the tender age of 16 years, 9 months, and 15 days.
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Before this achievement, the Basque player had already scored twice for Athletic Club in European competitions, against BSC Young Boys and Austria Vienna. Notably, he is recognized as the youngest Spaniard to score in the Primera Division.
2. Fabrice Olinga
Fabrice Olinga from Cameroon holds the distinction of being the youngest goal-scorer in La Liga history. He made his mark on the opening day of the 2012/13 season by scoring for Malaga in a 1-0 victory over Celta Vigo. Olinga, who developed his skills through the Samuel Eto’o Foundation, was only 16 years, 3 months, and 6 days old when he achieved this milestone in Spain’s top football division.
1. Lamine Yamal
Lamine Yamal etched his name in the record books as the youngest goal-scorer in La Liga after scoring against Granada in Barcelona’s 2-2 draw. He debuted for Barcelona during the 2022-23 season and made his full and Champions League debuts in the 2023-24 season, setting several records along the way.
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Yamal has also been called up to the Spanish national team twice, making his debut at just 16 years old. He was 16 years, 2 months, and 26 days old when he scored his first goal for Barcelona.
