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Yamal addresses xenophobic remarks ahead of World Cup semi-final

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 4:03 AM

Last updated Jul 14, 2026

Yamal addresses xenophobic remarks ahead of World Cup semi-final

Summary

Lamine Yamal spoke out against xenophobia in football before the World Cup semi-final against France on July 14, 2026. His comments followed criticism directed at former Spanish prime minister Mariano Rajoy, who claimed that there were no French players in the national team. Yamal emphasized the sport's role in fostering integration. French midfielder Warren Zaïre-Emery also noted the diversity within the team and reaffirmed their unity. The semi-final match is anticipated to be a significant event in the tournament.

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By the Numbers

•Lamine Yamal speaks ahead of the World Cup semi-final against France.
•Yamal highlights football as a unifying force against xenophobia.
•Rajoy's comments faced backlash for undermining player diversity.
•Zaïre-Emery supports Yamal's views on team unity.
•Match scheduled for July 14, 2026.

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4:03 AMYahoo Sports — Yamal hits back at xenophobic remarks: We're examples of integration

What they're saying

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Spain rising star Lamine Yamal highlighted the unifying power of football following the racist remarks made by former Spanish prime minister Mariano Rajoy. "If football can make a difference, it's through integration.
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