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Lamine Yamal is Muslim. After anti-Muslim chants at Spain’s match against Egypt in March 2026, he posted: “I am a Muslim, thank God.” He has also observed Ramadan while playing for Barcelona and Spain.
| Religion | Islam |
|---|---|
| Status | Confirmed by his own public statement |
| Full name | Lamine Yamal Nasraoui Ebana |
| Born | July 13, 2007, Esplugues de Llobregat, Spain |
| Nationality | Spanish |
| Profession | Footballer, FC Barcelona and Spain |
| Family background | Father Mounir Nasraoui from Larache, Morocco; mother Sheila Ebana from Equatorial Guinea |
What Religion Is Lamine Yamal?
Yamal is a practising Muslim. He grew up with Islamic traditions through his Moroccan father’s family and has kept his faith visible as his fame has grown.
"I Am a Muslim, Thank God"
On March 31, 2026, during Spain’s home friendly against Egypt in Barcelona, sections of the crowd chanted “whoever does not jump is a Muslim.” The next day Yamal responded on Instagram, writing that he is “a Muslim, thank God,” and that using religion to mock people in a stadium shows people to be “ignorant and racist.”
It was the clearest statement of faith he has made, and it was widely reported in Spain and beyond. Religion Unplugged noted that it was not the first time he had faced abuse linked to his religion.
Ramadan and Elite Football
Yamal has observed Ramadan fasting during the season, one of a growing number of Muslim players in Spanish football to do so. Clubs typically adjust meal and training schedules for fasting players during the holy month.
Moroccan and Equatoguinean Roots
Yamal’s surnames reflect both sides of his family: Nasraoui from his father, who is from Larache in northern Morocco, and Ebana from his mother, who is from Bata in Equatorial Guinea. He was born and raised in the Barcelona area and chose to play for Spain, which he helped win Euro 2024.
FAQ
Is Lamine Yamal Muslim?
Yes. He publicly confirmed it in 2026: “I am a Muslim, thank God.”
Does Lamine Yamal fast during Ramadan?
Yes, he has observed Ramadan while playing professionally.
Where are Lamine Yamal's parents from?
His father is from Morocco and his mother is from Equatorial Guinea.
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Sources
- Religion Unplugged: Lamine Yamal, Islam and Spanish soccer's growing religious fault lines
- Yahoo Sports: Is Lamine Yamal Moroccan? His ethnicity and heritage
- Wikipedia: Lamine Yamal
Last updated: September 24, 2026.
