‘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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After the controversial action of Lamine Yamal, Barça coach Hansi Flick clearly positions himself. 18-year-old Yamal had made a political statement at the team's master party in front of hundreds of thousands of fans and TV cameras.
'He's Old Enough': Barcelona coach Hansi On Lamine Yamal waving Palestinian Flag
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick that Lamine Yamal is old enough to make his own decisions after the Spain star waved a Palestinian flag during an open top bus parade to celebrate winning the Spanish title.
When FC Barcelona celebrates its second championship title in a row in the streets of the city, Lamine Yamal also has a Palestine flag. With coach Hansi Flick he does not meet enthusiasm - on the contrary.
Hansi Flick assured that Lamine Yamal had the right to brand a Palestinian flag during the celebration of the Barça title on Monday, stating that "this is his choice, it is major".
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