Lamine Yamal's latest stop before the World Cup? A Tennessee Walmart

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An international soccer phenom has discovered rollback pricing.

Spain’s rising superstar Lamine Yamal shared a series of Instagram photos documenting his journey in the U.S. before the 2026 World Cup kicks off, and among the highlights is a photo of Yamal leaving a Walmart in Chattanooga, Tennessee. His shopping basket overflowing with everything from snacks to personal essentials.

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Chattanooga is the temporary home for the Spain national team. Their training base is Baylor School, a private high school that has a state-of-the-art facility.

The runner-up for the 2025 Ballon d'Or in 2025, the best young player at Euro 2024, Yamal is a household name in any soccer-watching home. Despite being just 18, he is critical to Spain's chances to live up to the favorite tag, which is why his recovery from a hamstring issue is being monitored so closely. Yamal is a dynamic attacking player who not only helped Spain to the Euro win but also has won three La Liga titles with Barcelona, being named top player of the season this year.

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup enters the group stage, players from every continent are making the most of their North American adventures. Beyond the rigorous training sessions, many have been spotted exploring the local culture, sampling regional cuisine, visiting iconic landmarks, and making lighthearted stops at popular retail chains such as Buc-ees and now Walmart.

Drawn into Group H, Spain will begin their quest for World Cup glory on Monday, June 15, when they face Cape Verde at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Spain's Lamine Yamal discovered a true American institution: Walmart

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