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Lamine Yamal causes a sensation during his vacation near Ecuador

From El Comercio · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Spanish football star Lamine Yamal is vacationing in Cartagena, Colombia, drawing significant attention from fans and tourists.
  • The 19-year-old World Cup winner's presence caused a stir in the historic city, with many seeking photos.
  • Cartagena's mayor welcomed Yamal, highlighting the city's appeal as a destination for global sports figures.

Lamine Yamal, fresh off winning the 2026 World Cup with Spain, is currently enjoying his vacation in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. The young FC Barcelona star's unexpected appearance in the historic coastal city has caused a sensation, with fans and tourists flocking to catch a glimpse of him.

As Yamal, accompanied by his security team, walked through Cartagena's historic center, crowds gathered, eager for photos and greetings. Social media quickly filled with images of the footballer interacting with fans outside his hotel, showcasing the excitement his visit generated.

The mayor of Cartagena, Dumek Turbay Paz, officially welcomed the player, emphasizing the city's allure for international sports icons. "Lamine Yamal, star of world football, recently world champion with Spain and a figure at Barcelona, is on vacation in Cartagena. The stars of sport choose the most beautiful city in Latin America, because Cartagena will always be a good plan," the mayor stated on X.

Yamal, 19, is taking a well-deserved break after Spain's World Cup victory on July 19. He has shared glimpses of his family vacation online before he is set to rejoin Barcelona for the 2026/27 season.

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Originally published by El Comercio in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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