Lamine Yamal visits Medellín in the Selección Colombia jersey
Spanish player Lamine Yamal, 19, has arrived in Medellín to enjoy the Flower Festival, wearing the yellow jersey of the Selección Colombia. After winning the World Cup with Spain, Yamal has chosen Colombia as the destination for his holidays.
Medellín's welcome
Medellín's mayor, Federico Gutiérrez, has published a photo with Yamal on his X account, where he is seen smiling, wearing the Selección colombiana jersey and jacket. Gutiérrez has expressed his joy at Yamal's visit and has highlighted his pride at receiving him in the city.
Lamine Yamal in the Comuna 13
Several fans have published videos of Yamal during a presentation by Colombian singer Ryan Castro in the Comuna 13 of Medellín. In these videos, he is seen interpreting 'El ritmo que nos une', a iconic theme of the Selección cafetera, and addressing the audience.
The Flower Festival
The Flower Festival is a cultural and tourist event that takes place in Medellín every year. In this event, you can enjoy music, dance, food, and art, among other things.
The Selección Colombia in the Flower Festival
The Selección Colombia has been invited to participate in the Flower Festival, and Yamal has been one of the players who has accepted the invitation. The Selección colombiana has been crowned champion of the World Cup in 2026, and Yamal has been one of the key players in this achievement.
The current situation of the Selección Colombia
The Selección Colombia is currently in first place in the World Cup classification, with 7 points and a streak of 3 wins and 2 draws in the last 5 games. The Selección colombiana will face Switzerland in its next game, on August 7, 2026.
