San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama, known for his dominance on the basketball court, recently turned heads by joining a pickup soccer game on a beach in Costa Rica.
The 7'3" French phenom, showcased his unexpected football skills during a vacation in the Central American country.
The clip of Wembanyama sparking widespread buzz across social media.
Wembanyama towering over local players on a grassy field, his lanky frame a stark contrast to the smaller athletes around him.
It was a massive display of athletic versatility given his recent recovery from a serious health scare involving a blood clot.
Wemby playing football with kids in Costa Rica 🔥❤️
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Wembanyama’s participation in the soccer match was particularly notable given his recent health challenges.
In February 2025, he was diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in his right shoulder.
The condition involving a blood clot that forced the Spurs to shut him down for the remainder of the 2024-2025 NBA regular season.
It is unclear if Wembanyama will be available for the EuroBasket but is expected to return ahead of the 2025/26 regular season.