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Barcelona's star wonderkid, Lamine Yamal, sparked reactions after naming Burna Boy and Rema as his favourite Afrobeats artists, unintentionally snubbing Nigerian singer Skales. Yamal, known for his rising stardom in football, also recently helped popularize Skales' song "Shake Body."
  • Lamine Yamal’s recent comment about his favourite Afrobeats artists sparks reactions, choosing Burna Boy and Rema over Skales.
  • Yamal, a rising football star, previously danced to Skales’ hit song “Shake Body,” drawing attention to the track.
  • Nigerian artist Odumodublvck reacts to Yamal’s comment, calling him “a snake” in a playful online jab.

Despite his playful comment, Nigerian music fans are reacting online, with Skales' fans expressing their surprise over the Barcelona player’s preferences. Social media is abuzz, with many comparing Yamal’s football talent to his rising influence in the music world.

Could Yamal's musical preferences impact his growing fan base in Nigeria? As his star continues to rise, the intersection of football and music might just make him a cultural icon. What do fans think about the young player’s influence on the Nigerian music scene?