Lamine Yamal is facing new pressure after his girlfriend, Inés García, made a public request for him to reach the World Cup final.
What happened?
On 10 Jul 2026, García asked Yamal to do whatever it takes to reach the World Cup final, so she can see Justin Bieber perform during the halftime show.
The request quickly went viral, with many fans criticizing García for seemingly prioritizing the concert over the significance of playing in the World Cup final.
Why it matters for Lamine Yamal
Yamal had previously stated that being one of Spain's biggest stars does not feel like pressure, but García's request may have changed that.
Spain is set to face Belgium in the quarterfinals, and Yamal will need to perform at his best if the team hopes to move closer to the World Cup final.
What comes next?
The World Cup final will feature an 11-minute halftime show, with performances by Shakira, BTS, Coldplay, Madonna, and Justin Bieber.
García's request has sparked controversy, with some fans accusing her of being more interested in the concert than the football match.
Yamal's focus remains on playing football and making Spain proud, but García's public request has added an extra layer of pressure to his World Cup journey.
The quarterfinal match between Spain and Belgium will be a crucial test for Yamal and his team, as they look to overcome their opponents and move closer to the World Cup final.
Spain's performance in the tournament so far has been underwhelming, and they will need to improve if they hope to fulfill García's request and reach the final.
The World Cup final is set to take place on a later date, and Yamal will need to stay focused and perform at his best if he hopes to make it to the final and see Justin Bieber perform.
The pressure is on for Yamal, and it will be interesting to see how he responds to García's public request and the expectations of the Spanish fans.