Lamine Yamal promises beard and mustache if Spain wins World Cup
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Lamine Yamal, a 19-year-old player, promised to grow a beard and mustache for three weeks if his team wins the World Cup.
- Yamal's team has reached the final after defeating strong opponents like Belgium, Portugal, and France.
- The final match is set for July 19 in New York against Argentina, with expectations high for a memorable game against Lionel Messi.
Nineteen-year-old Lamine Yamal has pledged a significant change in appearance if his team clinches the World Cup title on July 19. The young player vowed to grow a beard and mustache for three weeks should they win the coveted trophy.
Yamal's team has demonstrated a strong performance throughout the tournament, eliminating formidable opponents such as Belgium, Portugal, and France. Their collective play has been noted as superior to other participating nations, fueling anticipation for the final.
I promise that if I win the World Cup, I will grow a beard and mustache for three weeks.
The player, known for his distinctive dyed blonde curls, expressed his determination on social media, stating, "Nuevayol we are going for you," after securing a spot in the decisive match. The prospect of him sporting facial hair presents a rarely seen look for the Barcelona forward.
The highly anticipated final will take place in New York, where Yamal's team will face Argentina. This match is expected to be a memorable one, particularly as Yamal will be playing against his idol, Lionel Messi.
Nuevayol we are going for you.
Originally published by La Naciรณn in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.