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‘He Is Old Enough’: Barcelona Coach Hansi Flick Responds to Lamine Yamal Waving Palestinian Flag
Flick said he spoke with Yamal and backed the 18-year-old’s choice after the winger’s flag gesture drew praise and criticism online.
- On Sunday, Barcelona secured back-to-back LaLiga titles after a 2-0 victory over Real Madrid. Injured winger Lamine Yamal later posted a video of the celebrations on Instagram Stories with the pointed message, "Talk is cheap."
- The rivalry dates back to October 26, 2025, when Real Madrid defeated Barcelona 2-1. Following that match, Jude Bellingham, Real Madrid player, posted "Talk is cheap" online, initiating the social media feud.
- Since the October defeat, the 18-year-old Yamal helped Barcelona win 23 of their next 25 league matches to clinch the title. Despite an injury sidelining him for the final three games, he remained central to the campaign.
- During Monday's title parade, Yamal waved a Palestinian flag from an open-top bus to cheers from thousands. This gesture followed his social media jab, cementing his role in the celebrations.
- Barcelona and Real Madrid have now played 7 El Clásico matches over two seasons, with the Catalans winning 6. The intense animosity between these stars on and off the pitch signals continued fireworks for next season.
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'He is old enough': Barcelona coach Hansi Flick responds to Lamine Yamal waving Palestinian flag
Barcelona star Lamine Yamal waved a Palestinian flag during an open top bus parade as the team celebrated winning the Spanish title.
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Hansi Flick speaks out on Lamine Yamal decision to wave Palestine flag at parade
Lamine Yamal waves a Palestine flag during Barcelona’s open-top bus parade to celebrate capturing La Liga Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has spoken to Lamine Yamal about his decision to wave a Palestine flag during Barcelona’s La Liga trophy celebrations. The newly crowned Spanish champions celebrated their success with an open top bus parade through the streets of the city on Monday evening. Lamal, who played a major role in his side’s succes…
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