The recent El Clásico between Real Madrid and Barcelona, which ended 2–1 in Madrid’s favor, has been followed by intense controversy — not only due to what happened on the pitch but also because of the drama that unfolded afterward. While many initially blamed Lamine Yamal or Vinícius Júnior for the heated exchanges, popular streamer and Kings League president Ibai Llanos has now stepped forward, admitting that he unintentionally triggered the situation.
The Spark That Ignited the Drama
Before the match, Lamine Yamal appeared on Ibai Llanos’ Kings League show, where he made a playful remark comparing Ibai’s team, Porcinos FC, to Real Madrid. “Porcinos steal like Real Madrid,” Yamal joked — a comment meant in humor, but one that quickly reached the Real Madrid locker room and caused outrage.
Following Madrid’s victory, tensions flared. Dani Carvajal was seen confronting Yamal on the pitch, accusing him of “talking too much.” The moment went viral, and many began tracing the root of the incident back to the Kings League appearance.
Ibai’s Admission
In a video posted to his Instagram account, Ibai Llanos didn’t hesitate to accept part of the blame.
“What happened today in El Clásico and everything surrounding Lamine Yamal’s comments — I think, in part, it’s my fault,” Ibai confessed. “I asked the Kings League to move our match so Lamine could participate. He loves the league, and we thought it would be fun to do a short show together. The goal was just to laugh, entertain, and enjoy the moment — not to talk about Real Madrid or Barcelona.”
Ibai explained that the original plan was simple — bring in Lamine, chat about football, and entertain fans. But during the lighthearted banter, Yamal made the now-infamous joke comparing Porcinos to Real Madrid, and things escalated far beyond what anyone expected.
“At first, it didn’t seem serious,” Ibai continued. “We finished the show, and it didn’t look like a big deal. But soon, rumors started that the comment had reached the Real Madrid locker room — and that’s when everything blew up.”
“It Reached the Real Madrid Dressing Room”
Ibai confirmed that the remark indeed spread among the Madrid players:
“Today I found out it actually reached them. You don’t need to be a genius to understand that Carvajal’s words — ‘you talk too much’ — were about that moment on the show. The Kings League episode happened because I suggested moving the match and making it more entertaining. Honestly, my only intention was to have a good time. But it clearly backfired. This is the last time I come up with such an idea.”
A Lesson in the Power of Words
What began as a playful exchange between a young footballer and a popular content creator spiraled into one of the most talked-about moments after El Clásico. Ibai’s candid acknowledgment of his role has sparked debate among fans — some appreciate his honesty, while others feel he should have been more cautious, especially when involving high-profile players.
For Lamine Yamal, the incident serves as a reminder of how quickly a casual comment can escalate in the world of football, especially when Real Madrid and Barcelona are involved. And for Ibai Llanos, it’s a lesson learned about how even the most innocent entertainment can unintentionally stir real-world tension.
The fallout from this episode continues to make waves — proof once again that in El Clásico, drama doesn’t end when the whistle blows.
