Spain claimed the World Cup title following a 1-0 victory against Argentina in a match held at the New York New Jersey Stadium. The winning goal came in the 106th minute, securing the nation’s second World Cup championship. The triumph marked a significant milestone for Lamine Yamal, a 19-year-old midfielder who became the youngest player ever to win both the European Championship and the World Cup.
While Yamal’s achievements on the pitch garnered significant attention, his three-year-old brother Keyne emerged as an unexpected viral sensation in the days following the match. Video footage from the celebration showed the young child displaying animated reactions, including sticking out his tongue on the stadium screen and cheering enthusiastically for his older brother. The clips rapidly circulated across social media platforms, leading fans to hail him as one of the tournament’s breakout stars.
Keyne has maintained a visible presence throughout the tournament, regularly appearing alongside his brother both at matches and in social media content. The child, whose mother is Sheila Ebana, has garnered widespread affection from fans worldwide. Lamine Yamal has previously expressed his deep connection to his younger sibling, stating that his brother means everything to him and describing the emotion he experiences witnessing his happiness.
The World Cup final also marked the first competitive meeting between Yamal and Argentine legend Lionel Messi. The two had crossed paths years earlier in 2007 when the then-20-year-old Messi was photographed with an infant Yamal following a fan competition. In comments preceding the final, Messi praised Yamal as one of the best current players and acknowledged his potential as a global star. Following the match conclusion, the two players embraced on the pitch.