Two of football brightest young stars, Lamine Yamal and Endrick, recently turned 18. Yet, despite sharing the same age, their personal lives and public images reveal very different realities. While the Real Madrid forward reaffirmed his marriage in a private ceremony, the Barcelona talent made headlines for a controversial birthday celebration.

Endrick Reaffirms His Marriage in Brazil

Endrick and his wife, Brazilian model Gabriely Miranda, celebrated a wedding ceremony this past weekend to officially reaffirm the marriage they had already formalized in Madrid on September 16, 2023. That initial wedding had taken place almost in secret, without any guests. This time, they were joined by close family members, as shared on their social media accounts.

The Brazilian striker has been sidelined since May due to a muscle injury. Although his return to the pitch was expected this summer, a setback during training in the United States has delayed his comeback for several more weeks. Nevertheless, Endrick remains focused on regaining top form ahead of his first full season with Real Madrid.

Lamine Yamal Controversial Birthday Party

Meanwhile, Lamine Yamal celebrated his 18th birthday with a lavish party near Barcelona that quickly sparked controversy. According to multiple reports, the young footballer rented a property valued at around $48 million, hosting over 200 guests, including major names from the music industry such as Bizarrap, Bad Gyal, and Quevedo, as well as Barcelona teammates and numerous influencers.

Yamal later posted a one-minute edited video of the celebration on his Instagram account, showing highlights including poker and roulette games, with appearances from teammates like Gavi and Robert Lewandowski.

The event has faced growing criticism not only for its scale and content but also due to alleged inappropriate acts. In fact, the Spanish Ministry of Social Rights has requested an investigation into whether the party violated the Disability Rights Law, which prohibits any entertainment that mocks or demeans people with disabilities.

Two Promises, Two Paths

While Endrick is portraying a more mature and private image despite recent physical setbacks, Lamine Yamal continues to shine on the field but is now under scrutiny for his off-pitch behavior. Two young stars, both with the football world at their feet, yet already walking very different paths.