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Interesting Facts About Lamine Yamal, the Youngest Goalscorer in Euros History

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In an astonishing display of talent and skill, 16-year-old Lamine Yamal has etched his name in the record books by becoming the youngest goalscorer in Euros history. The Spanish prodigy achieved this feat during the semi-final match against France, scoring an incredible equalizer that left fans and critics alike in awe.

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Yamal’s remarkable achievement is a testament to his dedication, hard work, and natural ability. Born in 2008, Yamal began his football journey at a tender age and has since risen through the ranks, catching the attention of scouts and coaches alike. His inclusion in the Spanish squad for the Euros was a surprise to many, but he has proven himself to be a valuable asset to the team.

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Lamine Yamal, the 16-year-old Spanish footballer, has taken the world by storm with his incredible talent and record-breaking achievement. Here are 10 interesting facts about this young sensation:

1. Born in 2008: Yamal was born on May 15, 2008, in Barcelona, Spain.

2. Started playing at 5: He began playing football at the tender age of 5 and joined his first club, CE Europa, at 6.

3. Rapid rise: Yamal joined Barcelona’s youth academy at 10 and quickly rose through the ranks, scoring over 100 goals in two seasons.

4. International debut at 15: He made his debut for Spain’s U-15 team at just 15 years old, scoring a hat-trick against Japan.

5. Youngest player in Euros history: Yamal became the youngest player to participate in the Euros at 16 years and 35 days.

6. Record-breaking goal: His goal against France in the semi-final made him the youngest goalscorer in Euros history.

7. Inspired by Messi: Yamal cites Lionel Messi as his idol and inspiration.

8. Dual citizenship: He holds both Spanish and Moroccan citizenship.

9. Fastest player in the Euros: Yamal recorded the fastest speed in the tournament, reaching 33.8 km/h.

10. Humble beginnings: Despite his success, Yamal still lives with his family in Barcelona and attends school.

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Get Ready For The Paris Olympic Games And Paralympic Games Opening Ceremonies

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The Opening Ceremony for the Paris Olympics is scheduled for July 26. Paris is all set to break tradition with this Opening Ceremony.

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An Opening Ceremony Outside Of The Stadium

The Paris Olympics will be the first time ever that the Opening Ceremony will be held outside of a stadium. The Opening Ceremony is set to be held in the heart of the city along its famed main river, the Seine.

During the Opening Ceremony, a parade of athletes will sail down river Seine upon 94 boats, one for every participating country. The boats will travel 6km sailing past icon- ic landmarks of Paris such as the Louvre and the Notre Dame de Paris. The procession of the athletes will end in front of the Trocadero. Trocadero is across the Seine River from the iconic Eiffel Tower. This is where the remainder of the ceremony will take place.

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For the first time ever in Olympic history, the Paris Opening Ceremony will not charge most of its spectators an admission fee. Since this will be a mostly free event, it is expected to be the largest Opening Cere- mony in Olympic Games history.

The Heart And Soul Of The Opening Ceremony:  Athletes

Paris is starting a new trend by opening the Games with the parade of athletes. Athletes will be featured on stage during the introduction to and throughout the ceremony as part of Paris 2024’s constant aim to hold Games created for and by athletes.

Paralympic Game Opening Ceremony

In 2024, Paris and France will host their first-ever Paralympic Summer Games. The Paralympic Games Opening Ceremony scheduled on August 28 will also be different from previous Paralympic Games. The Paralympic Games Opening Ceremony will be hosted outside the main stadium, at Paris’s Champs-Elysées and the Place de la Concorde.

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Paris Olympics:  Indian Athletes Will Wear

Puma Shoes! Sports brand PUMA India is the Official Footwear Partner for the Indian contingent at the Paris Olympics 2024. As the Official Footwear Partner, PUMA India will provide essential gear to the Indian Olympic team. This includes podium and travel footwear, trolleys, backpacks, sippers, yoga mats, headbands, and wristbands.

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Champions Of Europe Once Again Spain Is Officially Europe’s Best Football Team

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The European Championship is an international tournament which will see 24 countries from across Europe compete with each to be crowned champions of Europe. The 17th edition of the championship started on June 14 and is being hosted by three time champions Germany. The final will be played on July 14 at the Olympiastadion in Berlin. There will be 51 games staged across 10 stadiums over the course of the month.

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Albart the teddy bear is the official mascot for Euro 2024.

Spain emerged as the UEFA European Football 2024 champion after a spectacular 2-1 victory over England at OlymPiastadion in Berlin, Mikel Oyarzabal and Nico Williams scored for Spain in the final, Spain has become the first team to win four Euro titles. Previously. Spain has won the Euro title in 1964, 2008, and 2012. Germany, with three titles, are second in the list. In Furo 2024, the Spanish team have scored the most goals and won all seven matches.

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La Roja, as Spain’s national football team is popularly called, have now won three of the past five Euros.

Youngest Goalscorer In Euros History 

Meet Spain’s Lamine Yamal! At just 16 years-old, he’s the youngest EVER player to take part in the Euros and now he’s the youngest goalscorer foo The 16-year-old scored an incredible equaliser against France during the semi-final making him the youngest goalscorer in Euros history.

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Fun Fact

Lamine Yamal turned 17, the day before the final.

Did You Know?

  • Italy are the defending champions, having won the previous tournament which took place in 2021. 
  • The official name of the Euro trophy is the Henri Delaunay Cup.

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PM Modi Receives Russia’s Highest Civilian Honour

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Russian President Vladimir Putin awarded Prime Minister Narendra Modi the ‘Order of St Andrew the Apostle’ award for exceptional services in promoting the relationship between the two countries. PM Nardendra Modi is the first Indian leader to get this award. After receiving the award in a special ceremony in St. Andrew Hall in the Kremlin, PM Narendra Modi wrote on social media platform X that he is “Honoured to receive the Order of St. Andrew the Apostle. I dedicate it to the people of India”.

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What is Russia’s Highest Civilian Award?

‘Order of St Andrew the Apostle is the highest civilian honour of Russia. It was established in 1698 by Tsar Peter the Great in honour of Saint Andrew, the first apostle of Jesus and patron saint of Russia.

The badge of the order is a golden cross with blue enamel, featuring a crucified Saint Andrew the Apostle. It is adorned with a double-headed eagle and a ribbon inscribed with “FOR FAITH AND LOYALTY”.

The honour is bestowed upon distinguished leaders in government, military, science, culture, and the economy for exceptional contributions to Russia’s prosperity, security, and sovereignty It can also be awarded to foreign heads of state for “outstanding service” to Russia.

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Nalanda University Inaugurated New Campus In Bihar

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated the new campus of Nalanda University in Rajgir, Bihar. The newly inaugurated campus is spread over about 455 acres and is very close to the ancient ruins of Nalanda University. The contemporary university commenced operations in 2014 at a provisional site with an initial cohort of 14 students, and construction began in 2017. The new campus is a Net Zero Green Campus, designed to be self-sustaining with solar power installations, domestic and drinking water treatment facilities, a water recycling plant for reusing wastewater. 100 acres of water bodies, and numerous other eco-friendly amenities.

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Understanding the Importance of Nalanda University

Nalanda University, a Buddhist monastic university, was founded in 427 CF by emperor Kumaragupta and is considered to be the world’s first residential university.

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It was a well known learning centre and thousands of students from around the world studied different subjects like science, mathematics, astronomy, medicine, and philosophy.

Nalanda University was established 500 years before Oxford University and Europe’s oldest university, Bologna. It was also home to around nine million books.

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In the 1190g, the university was destroyed by a troop of invaders led by Turko-Afghan military general Bakhtiyar Khilji. The campus was so vast that the fire set on by the attackers is said to have burned for three months!

The archaeological remains of Nalanda are now a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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