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Messi receives Asturias award as Yamal prepares for 10th Clásico

Messi receives Asturias award as Yamal prepares for 10th Clásico

Lionel Messi received the Princess of Asturias Award in Spain, recognizing his sporting career and his human and social contributions.

The award comes just before Barcelona host Real Madrid at the Camp Nou in the latest Clásico, the teams’ long-running rivalry match.

Lamine Yamal will play his 10th Clásico despite being only 19.

He has scored three times in his first nine appearances against Real Madrid.

Messi became known for standout performances against the club, and Yamal is being viewed as a possible successor in that role.

Yamal is the favorite for Monday’s Ballon d’Or, according to the story.

The match is scheduled for tomorrow, but its outcome is uncertain.

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