Lara Sajen, Argentine dancer residing in Seville for 23 years, claims she prefers Lamine Yamal to lift his first World Cup before Leo Messi. She says this just hours before the Spain-Argentina final.
The dancer, actress, singer, and designer Lara Sajen has taken social media and the streets of Seville by storm with a statement that divides hearts. Just hours before the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, Sajen has made her choice: she prefers Lamine Yamal to earn his first star before the Argentine star Leo Messi. The artist, who has lived in the Andalusian capital for 23 years, claims to have a heart divided between her two countries, but the scales tip towards the young Spanish talent.
A heart divided between two shirts
In her venue Ritual, located in the Alameda de Hércules, Sajen displays a shirt that fuses the two teams: one half with the Roja and Pedri's number, and the other with the Albiceleste and Messi's 10. “I go with half and half because my heart is divided,” she explains. “I am Argentine by birth, but I have lived here for 23 years and I have always said that I am grateful to this country that has welcomed me.”
“If my country, Argentina, wins, then so be it, but Spain is also my country, so whatever happens, I will celebrate.”
The artist insists that she does not have a problem, but rather those who only support one country do. However, when asked about her preference between Lamine Yamal and Messi, she is clear: “I’m going to take a stand. I prefer Lamine to win his first World Cup. He’s a kid, he has so much excitement, he has worked really hard. Messi already has many accolades, let’s allow the new generation to win something.”
The final is experienced in the Alameda de Hércules
The atmosphere in Seville is a mix of Spanish and Argentine flags, with fans from both sides filling the streets. Sajen will watch the match in her venue in the Alameda, where there has been a queue since early morning. “We have three screens inside, so let’s enjoy it with fun,” she comments. But she issues a warning: “Please don’t cause trouble, because celebrating doesn’t mean causing chaos or breaking anything.”
The final, taking place this Sunday, pits a Spain led by Lamine Yamal, just 18 years old, against an Argentina captained by Messi, who seeks to defend their title. For the people of Seville, the match has a special flavour: the Spanish winger, trained at La Masía, is a symbol of a promising generation.
Lara Sajen, with her blend of cultures, represents many residents of Seville who have ties to Argentina. The city, which hosts a large Argentine community, is preparing for a night of football and mixed emotions. “May the best team win,” sums up the artist, who promises to celebrate regardless of the outcome.
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