Casablanca – This FIFA World Cup 2026 gave us much more to enjoy beyond the football pitch. One of the sweetest moments is Lamine Yamal’s little brother, Keyne.

The tournament may be about football at heart, but some of its most memorable moments have happened away from the action itself. This time, Keyne found himself at the center of one of those moments, with his appearances quickly becoming a favorite among fans.

While Lamine Yamal has been making headlines on the pitch as one of Spain’s young stars, his little brother has been gaining attention in a very different way.

A real star of the World Cup

Throughout the FIFA World Cup 2026, videos of Keyne began circulating across social media, with fans quickly warming to his presence. 

His animated reactions in the stands, excitement during Spain’s games, and celebrations on the pitch have turned him into a little celebrity in his own right.

Much of that attention also comes from the close bond between the two brothers. Keyne is clearly Lamine’s biggest supporter, and the way the Spanish star embraces and enjoys these moments with his little brother makes their appearances together all the more heartwarming.

Yet, perhaps what makes Keyne so endearing is that none of it seems particularly planned. 

His spontaneous reactions and genuine excitement give fans a glimpse of a child simply enjoying the experience, all while unknowingly winning hearts along the way.

A proud big brother moment

His growing popularity even made its way into the press. During a press conference, a journalist asked Yamal whether his younger brother was aware of just how much love he has been receiving from fans.

He smiled and explained that he didn’t think Keyne was fully aware of the attention surrounding him. Instead, he said, his brother is simply being himself and acting just as spontaneously in front of the camera as he does in everyday life.

The Spanish star also revealed that he enjoys watching Keyne’s videos and appreciates the love people have shown him. He’s also proud of his little brother and believes that, when Keyne grows up, he will look back happily on these moments and everything he is doing now.

So, after all the goals, celebrations, and unforgettable football moments, we have to ask: Is Keyne actually becoming more famous than his big brother?

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