Spain's World Cup hero Álvaro Morata was seen wearing a 'Make Spain Great Again' hat, a phrase echoing former U.S. President Donald Trump's 'Make America Great Again' slogan. The incident occurred on July 21, 2026, during a public appearance in Madrid.
Morata, a key player in Spain's 2026 World Cup victory, did not immediately comment on the political implications of the hat. The slogan has been adopted by some Spanish right-wing groups, including the Vox party, which has used similar language in its campaigns.
Social media reactions were mixed, with some fans praising Morata's patriotism and others criticizing the political statement. The Spanish Football Federation has not issued an official response.
This is not the first time a Spanish athlete has been associated with political symbols. In 2023, tennis star Rafael Nadal faced scrutiny for appearing with a Spanish flag that some interpreted as nationalist.
