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Lamine Yamal's Sagging Shorts at Spain's World Cup Party Spark Online Debate

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  • Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal's choice of attire during Spain's World Cup victory celebrations has ignited online debate.
  • The 19-year-old winger was seen with his shorts sagging low during a party in Madrid.
  • Social media users are divided over the appropriateness of his fashion statement amid national jubilation.

Barcelona's young star Lamine Yamal has become the center of an online controversy, not for his performance, but for his choice of attire during Spain's 2026 World Cup victory celebrations. A video clip from the Madrid party, where the 19-year-old winger sported sagging shorts, quickly went viral, dividing opinions.

Damn I’m starting to love this boy

— #UTDTreyA social media user's reaction to a video of Yamal celebrating.

The footage, shared widely on social media, shows Yamal energetically celebrating Spain's 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina in the final. While many fans focused on the team's triumph, Yamal's fashion choice shifted the spotlight, prompting widespread discussion about its appropriateness during a national celebration.

You didn’t think hating on someone you’re 10 years older was weird before?

— #CFCModsA user's response to criticism directed at Yamal.

Reactions on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) were sharply divided. Some users expressed admiration for Yamal's bold style, with one posting, "Damn I’m starting to love this boy." However, many others criticized his attire, with comments ranging from questioning the maturity of his fashion choice to suggesting it reflected arrogance. One user wrote, "He looks like a Jail B walking out like that. His actions after winning will cost him."

And the world started to hate his character. All that fame got to his head. He looks like a Jail B walking out like that. His actions after winning will cost him. Pau Cubarsí will be a better player than Yamal. He is the one who will be better than this guy.

— #IGWT741776A critical social media comment on Yamal's behavior and future prospects.

This is not the first time Yamal's penchant for sagging shorts has drawn attention. Pundits have previously commented on his style, interpreting it as overconfidence for a young player. Yamal himself has seemingly embraced the scrutiny, occasionally pulling his shorts even lower in celebrations, aligning with a street-inspired persona. Despite the fashion debate, Yamal's on-field achievements are undeniable. He notably became the first player under 20 to win both the UEFA European Championship and the FIFA World Cup, marking a rapid ascent in global football.

acting like he carried the whole team.

— #mimixoxo1111A social media user's interpretation of Yamal's demeanor during the celebration.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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