Barcelona’s 5-2 victory over Real Madrid in the Spanish Supercopa sent a surge of adrenaline through fans. Lamine Yamal, the 17-year-old forward who scored one of the goals, seemed especially jubilant in the post-match glow. Cameras followed him as he posed for photos and signed autographs. Then he met a young Real Madrid supporter who was wearing the club’s white jersey.
He reached out to cover the crest, ensuring it didn’t appear in the picture. Robert Lewandowski, standing nearby, replicated the move in a separate photo. Some observers brushed it off as spirited teasing between two rivals. Others were annoyed. “What maturity they show after winning,” commented José D. Montoya on X, reflecting the viewpoint of those who felt the gesture was a needless jab.
A photo that divided fans
The boy himself grinned through the brief encounter, seemingly unbothered by the crest-concealing poses. Though photos can’t always capture the tone, they look playful. Not everyone saw it that way. A few on social media called it a snub that drew an unnecessary line between professionals and a child. “The kid makes a two with his fingers while Lamine and Lewan open their hands, that equates to 2-5, making the kid a traitor,” joked user @abel0017_, adding a bit of comedic relief to the exchange.
Afterward, commentators debated whether the incident should blow up into a scandal. Josep Pedrerol, speaking on El Chiringuito, noted, “It doesn’t deserve more criticism or analysis,” implying that the act was more banter than insult. Many fans agreed. Some also recalled past instances where heated rivalries found expression in subtle gestures that might bother one side and amuse the other.
The short online back-and-forth came and went, yet it showed how charged every interaction can be when these two teams clash. The Supercopa, held in Saudi Arabia, showcased a Barcelona squad that was all business on the pitch and all smiles after, with Yamal and Lewandowski leading the celebrations. Yet a single snapshot reminded everyone how easily social media can magnify a moment, even when it’s just a hand placed over a badge.
For Real Madrid supporters, the score was more frustrating than the photo. For Barcelona’s faithful, it was another talking point in a season that demands focus on results ahead. Lamine Yamal walked away with a goal, a trophy, and a brush with controversy.
