The tension between Dani Carvajal and Lamine Yamal was impossible to ignore. After their heated exchange in the recent La Liga Clásico, the Barcelona youngster was involved in an incident during the Spanish Super Cup final that many felt crossed a line and clashed with the basic values of sportsmanship. His attitude did not go unnoticed by the millions watching the match.

Still affected by Barcelona’s defeat at the Santiago Bernabéu, Lamine appeared visibly frustrated throughout the final. Xabi Alonso’s side had already answered his previous off-field comments against Real Madrid, and the winger showed signs of irritation on several occasions during the game. His temper even led to confrontations with teammates from the Spanish national team, including Dean Huijsen, whom he shoved repeatedly during a heated moment.

The most controversial image came after the final whistle. As tradition dictates, Barcelona’s players formed a guard of honor to applaud the runners-up before the trophy ceremony. Every Barça player showed respect to Real Madrid except Lamine Yamal. Instead of joining the applause, he stayed a few steps back, drinking water and avoiding the gesture altogether.

At the end of the line, Dani Carvajal, acting as captain, turned around to greet him. The exchange was brief and cold, despite the fact that both players share the dressing room with the Spanish national team. The situation did not escalate further, and Carvajal went on to collect his medal under the impassive gaze of the young forward from Rocafonda.

The scene left a bitter taste among Real Madrid supporters, who viewed it as a moment of unnecessary disrespect that contrasted sharply with the spirit of fair play expected on such a stage.

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