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American Eagle Names Lamine Yamal Global Ambassador in Five-Year Deal Starting Summer 2026

American Eagle calls the tie-up its first move into sports culture to reach soccer’s global fandom.

Overview

  • The agreement begins in summer 2026 and runs five years, positioning the retailer to feature the Barcelona and Spain star in global marketing.
  • Plans include limited-edition product collaborations developed with Yamal as part of the brand’s activation.
  • The rollout is timed ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup across North and South America, with the final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
  • AE executive Jennifer Foyle says the partnership places the brand “at the heart of the fandom” and marks a deliberate entry into sports culture.
  • Yamal, 18, says he is eager to bring his style to the lifestyle and denim label, and he retains a separate long-term partnership with Adidas.