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According to Spanish newspaper La Vanguardia, Lamine Yamal's home in Esplugues de Llobregat, near Barcelona, was targeted by a burglary attempt early Wednesday morning, hours after Spain's 2-0 victory over France in the 2026 World Cup semi-final. Two hooded individuals scaled the property wall around 4 a.m. but were surprised by private security and fled. The Mossos d'Esquadra (Catalan police) confirmed an attempted burglary at a residence in the area but did not disclose the owner's identity for privacy reasons. The police's Criminal Investigation Division has taken over the case. Yamal's uncle, Abdul, told Telecinco that the house is very secure and the break-in is impossible. The property previously belonged to footballer Gerard Piqué and singer Shakira. Police are also investigating a separate robbery with violence at a nearby house. Burglaries targeting footballers' homes are not uncommon in Spain.
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A burglary attempt took place early Wednesday morning at the home of Spanish national team star Lamine Yamal, just hours after Spain's 2–0 victory over France in the 2026 World Cup semi-final, according to the Spanish newspaper La Vanguardia.
Catalan police (Mossos d'Esquadra) confirmed the incident to AFP. "There was an attempt" at burglary "at a residence in Esplugues de Llobregat," a spokesperson said, declining to disclose the owner's identity for privacy reasons. However, La Vanguardia reported that the property belongs to Lamine Yamal.
Incident Details
- Time: Approximately 4 a.m. local time on Wednesday
- Method: Two hooded individuals scaled the property wall
- Outcome: The suspects were surprised by private security and fled
- Response: The footballer's security team alerted the Mossos d'Esquadra; the Criminal Investigation Division (DIC) has taken over the case
The attempted break-in occurred a few hours after Spain's semi-final win over France, a match in which Lamine Yamal won a penalty that paved the way for La Roja's victory.
Family Statement
"I learned about the break-in attempt, we are not worried because it is a very secure house and it is absolutely impossible to break into it," said Abdul, Lamine Yamal's uncle, speaking on Telecinco.
Property History
The residence is known for having previously belonged to former Barcelona footballer Gerard Piqué and Colombian singer Shakira during their relationship. Following their breakup, the property became a focal point of tabloid attention, with Shakira notably hanging a witch doll from a balcony facing her in-laws' home for several weeks.
Broader Context
Catalan police are also investigating another "robbery with violence" committed at a nearby house in Esplugues de Llobregat. Burglaries targeting footballers' homes — particularly in Madrid — are not uncommon. In recent years, stars including Karim Benzema, Rodrygo, and Dani Carvajal have been victims of similar crimes.
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Attempted Burglary at Lamine Yamal's Barcelona Home After World Cup Win