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According to what was reported by a German news agency Bild, The Spanish National Team Federation may face a fine during the 2024 European Championship due to the inclusion of Lamine Yamal. Who is only 16 years old. Under German law, minors under the age of 18 are not allowed to work after 11 p.m. As a result, a fine of up to €30,000 (US$32,000) may be imposed on La Roja.

When do Yamal play after 11pm?

As the report explains, although subsequent matches in the tournament finish before 11pm – and finish around 10:45pm plus some additional injury/delay time – The work schedule will also take into account post-match activities Such as showers, media obligations, and other duties performed by players.

The 16-year-old Spanish striker’s participation contravenes Germany’s youth protection law which applies to all minors under the age of 18. The regulations stipulate that young people are not allowed to work after eight o’clock in the evening. Except for young athletes, they are allowed to work until 11 p.m

The Barcelona star has already played in the matches against Croatia and Italy, although only the latter had a late kick-off potentially breaching this law. The authorities have not yet taken action against such cases in the sports field.

This issue uniquely affects the Spanish team as they are the only team with an underage player. The likes of Zaire Emery (France), Sauer (Slovakia) and Segoa (Georgia) are second in age but have all reached maturity.