Jay Bothroyd shares his world class best XI and how he defines the term 'world class.' Nico Cantor and Phil Kitromilides debate with Jay on his inclusions and exclusions from the Best XI. Plus, can Lamine Yamal be considered world class, or is it too early to tell?

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has pledged his support to Lamine Yamal over the winger’s controversial birthday party, insisting his only issue with the event is that he did not attend it himself.

Teenage sensation Lamine Yamal and veteran striker Robert Lewandowski are among those who could be handed even more responsibility in the coming weeks.

"Lamine Yamal will be wearing the coveted No. 10 jersey for FC Barcelona next season. On the day that he signed his extended contract until 2031, the player who recently turned 18, received the shirt bearing the famous number from president Joan Laporta", the club announced.

The soccer superstar is facing a government investigation after hiring entertainers with dwarfism to perform at his 18th birthday party.

Yamal celebrated turning 18 at a private party at a residence in Olivella, a small town 50 kilometres north west of Barcelona.

The athlete celebrated his 18th birthday with a party attended by his teammates and other celebrities on Sunday, July 13

On the heels of the announcement that Lamine Yamal has inherited the iconic number 10 jersey for club team Barcelona, a look at his best rookie cards