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[CULTURE] · Spain · 2 sources

Spain's Ferrán Torres and Alejandro Sanz Highlight Debate on Fame and Success

Spanish commentary has focused on footballer Ferrán Torres, whose recent performances for the national team have drawn criticism from left‑wing commentators who argue that his missed chances and perceived lack of goals betray the successes of his club career at Manchester City, Barcelona and interest from PSG.

In a separate cultural piece, singer Alejandro Sanz recalled a 2002 interview in which he agreed with Picasso that fame can be a punishment and warned that the public often confuses fame with genuine success, reflecting broader concerns about celebrity culture in Spain.