Lamine Yamal once again proved to be a decisive player for Barcelona, this time during the Supercopa de España semifinal, where he scored to help the team secure a spot in the final, awaiting their opponent.

However, amidst a standout performance, one of the most talked-about moments was his goal celebration. Many speculated it resembled Kylian Mbappé's trademark move, but here's the truth behind the gesture's real origin.

Neymar and His First Hat-Trick with Barcelona

It’s no secret that Neymar is Lamine Yamal’s idol. The young talent even expressed his admiration for the former Barça star in a CNN interview: “I was five years old when I saw him at Santos, but seven when I saw him live at Camp Nou with Barcelona. Watching him was incredible. Yes, Messi was there, and he was amazing too, but Neymar was something completely different. He’s always been my idol. He’s a star, a football legend,” Lamine admitted.

Interestingly, it was Neymar who first showcased this celebration—crossing his arms after scoring his first career hat-trick during Barcelona's 6-1 Champions League thrashing of Celtic in 2013.

Mbappé’s Celebration and Its Origin

Kylian Mbappé has made his iconic celebration a defining feature of his career. Since his professional debut, the French forward has consistently used this unique gesture after scoring—a move inspired by a heartwarming family anecdote involving his brother Ethan.

The Mbappé brothers share a passion for video games, especially PlayStation, a pastime that strengthens their bond. During one gaming session, after scoring in the game, Ethan crossed his arms and suggested it would make a great goal celebration in real life. Kylian adopted the idea, and over time, it became a signature symbol of his on-field success and standout moments in football.