Barcelona's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal endured an unusual setback after Spain's 6-0 World Cup qualifying win over Turkey on Sunday night. The 18-year-old, who registered two assists in the emphatic victory at the Konya Metropolitan Municipality Stadium, was unable to fly home with his teammates after misplacing his passport in the aftermath of the match.
Footage from Turkish outlet Beyaz Futbol showed Yamal visibly distressed as he searched for the missing document. The forward, dressed in casual wear with headphones around his neck, was filmed checking the team bus, returning to the dressing room and even rummaging through his suitcase in the car park alongside staff members. Despite his efforts, the 2025 Ballon d'Or nominee left the stadium without finding the passport, delaying Spain's departure and sparking concern among fans. Reports from Turkiye Today confirmed that the Spanish Football Federation quickly contacted local authorities, with police assisting in resolving the matter.
