Lamine Yamal made a point to dedicate his special UEFA Nations League goal against the Czech Republic on Saturday, October 3, 2026, to his loved ones following another masterclass on the international stage.
Speaking to the national team media after the encounter in Oviedo, the young Spanish prodigy revealed that his strike was a personal tribute to his girlfriend, Inés García.
The Spanish star is understood to be in a relationship with the 21-year-old Seville-born social media influencer, whom they got connected with through social networking sites. The couple made their relationship public in May 2026 when they attended a Barcelona event together.
“This goal is for my girl and her family, who were watching me,”the wonderkid told the Spanish FA after the game with a wry smile.
Spain takes charge of Group A3
The victory saw the world champions maintain their firm grip on Group A3. Yamal’s brilliant curling strike set the tone for the night, leaving television cameras to zoom in on Spain coach Luis de la Fuente, who held his head in sheer disbelief at the breathtaking execution of the goal.
Arsenal ace Mikel Merino later stepped off the bench to secure the result with a late sealer, keeping La Roja atop the group ahead of England.
For Yamal, the strike marked a sweet return to competitive action with the national team following their triumphant World Cup campaign earlier in the summer, where he played a pivotal role in Argentina’s final defeat to secure global glory.
“We are fine. I am very happy,” Yamal reflected. “I had a desire to return to the national team after the World Cup, and there is no better way.”
The teenager’s blistering form continues to fuel massive momentum ahead of the upcoming Ballon d’Or gala in London on October 26, 2026, where manager Luis de la Fuente has openly backed his sensational young winger to claim football’s ultimate individual prize.
