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Yamal's father posts cryptic plea for help, sparking concern
October 29, 2026 at 11:59 AM
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The father of Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal has posted a cryptic Instagram plea for help, sparking concern and speculation in Spain.
- Mounir Nasraoui wrote "Good morning to every Barcelona family, I need help as a human," attaching a black-and-white photo showing himself with club president Joan Laporta.
- Marca reported speculation linking the message to an airport incident after the Ballon d'Or ceremony, and separate reports claim he spat at a waitress before it.
- Hours later, Nasraoui posted condolences to families of the Toledo train accident victims and a photo with French rapper La Foin, without explaining the initial message.
- Nasraoui, who has epilepsy, said he takes daily medication and chose not to travel to the United States for the World Cup fearing a seizure.


