Fiona Nanna, ForeMedia News

5 minutes read. Updated 4:00AM GMT Fri, 16August, 2024

Mounir Nasraoui, the father of 17-year-old Spanish football sensation Lamine Yamal, has been hospitalized following a stabbing incident in Mataró, a town located near Barcelona. According to Spanish newspaper La Vanguardia, Nasraoui was attacked multiple times while in a car park in his hometown, resulting in serious but stable injuries.

La Vanguardia reports that the attack occurred in the early hours of Wednesday morning. The assailant or assailants have been apprehended, though details remain sparse. Local authorities have not yet provided further information or responded to inquiries from international media outlets, including The Associated Press.

The incident has cast a shadow over the recent achievements of young football star Lamine Yamal. The talented forward, who played a crucial role in Spain’s victorious European Championship campaign in July, is known for his significant contribution to the team’s success. Yamal, who celebrated his 17th birthday shortly before the tournament, was instrumental in setting up Nico Williams’ opening goal during Spain’s 2-1 triumph over England. His performance earned him the tournament’s Best Young Player award, marking him as a rising star in European football.

The news of his father’s hospitalization comes as a devastating blow, not just to Yamal but to the wider football community, which has been following the young player’s promising career with great interest. The situation continues to develop, and updates are expected as local law enforcement concludes its investigation.

For more detailed coverage and ongoing updates on this story, visit La Vanguardia and stay tuned to major news outlets.

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