Lamine Yamal celebrates World Cup win with little brother who charmed fans

Image source, FIFA/Getty Images Published 20 July 2026 Spanish footballer Lamine Yamal may have lifted the World Cup but it is his little brother Keyne who appears to have stolen the spotlight.

The three-year-old quickly become an internet sensation after footage of his exuberant celebrations following Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina spread across social media on Sunday.

While the footballer, just 19 himself, continued his rise by helping Spain achieve football's biggest prize, attention swiftly turned to his younger brother's joyful reactions from the sidelines.

From sticking out his tongue on the big screen to wildly cheering on his older brother, Keyne has been hailed by fans as one of the unexpected breakout stars of the 2026 tournament.

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Lamine Yamal's little brother steals the show at full time

Spain triumphed in a battle of endurance, beating Argentina with a goal in the 106th minute at the New York New Jersey Stadium.

Image source, Michael Regan - FIFA / Getty Images The team's second World Cup win has led to Lamine Yamal becoming the youngest player ever to win both the European Championship and the World Cup.

Image source, Reuters His younger brother Keyne has become a regular fixture both on and off the pitch - often featuring in Lamine Yamal's TikToks and charming fans from around the world.

Image source, Hector Vivas - FIFA / Getty Images Image source, Hannah Peters - FIFA / Getty Images Image source, IMAGN IMAGES/Reuters Image source, Reuters The three-year-old, who appears keen to follow in his big brother's footsteps, is the son of Lamine Yamal's mother Sheila Ebana.

Image source, Florencia Tan Jun - UEFA / Getty Images Speaking about Keyne, Lamine Yamal previously told outlets: "I'm moved when I see my little brother this happy, as well as seeing my mum and friends living the life they always dreamed of.

"My little brother means everything to me. I am in love with him; it feels like he is my son."

Image source, Reuters Image source, Maja Hitij - FIFA / Getty Images Image source, Reuters Image source, CHARLY TRIBALLEAU / Getty Images Image source, Reuters Image source, Fifa/Getty Images Image source, Maja Hitij - FIFA / Getty Images Image caption, Keyne lies on the ground surrounded by golden confetti

Image source, Reuters Image caption, Keyne smiles as he is handed a hat by a policeman

In what could be seen as a symbolic passing of the torch, Lamine Yamal went head to head with Argentinan football legend Lionel Messi for the first time during the World Cup final.

Image source, Getty Images The two had crossed paths years earlier in 2007 when Messi, then 20, was seen cradling and bathing a tiny baby boy - Lamine Yamal - after his mother won a competition to meet a Barcelona first-team player.

Image source, AP Days ahead of Sunday's final, Messi, now 39, described Lamine Yamal as "one of the best" footballers right now.

"He's a tremendous player - a global star. He's 19 years old and has his whole career ahead of him. I wish him the best, but we'll give it our all to ensure he doesn't become champion this time," he added.

As the full-time whistle blew, cementing Spain's victory, the pair could be seen embracing on the pitch.

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