Why Lamine Yamal wears flags of two different countries on his boots despite playing for Spain at World Cup

Lamine Yamal marked another standout World Cup 2026 performance for Spain, scoring in a dominant 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia after a slow start to their campaign. Beyond his on-field impact, attention also turned to his boots, which feature flags of Morocco and Equatorial Guinea, reflecting his parents’ heritage. Despite interest from both nations, Yamal chose to represent Spain internationally.