Lamine Yamal, a key player for both FC Barcelona and the Spanish national team, has expressed concern regarding his fitness to participate in the 2026 World Cup following an injury sustained during a match against Espanyol in April. The 18-year-old is currently undergoing rehabilitation for a hamstring injury. The tournament, scheduled to take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is anticipated to feature significant contributions from Yamal.
Prior to the squad announcement, national team coach Luis de la Fuente indicated that players unable to participate in the opening fixture might still be available for the subsequent match against Saudi Arabia. However, uncertainties persist regarding Yamal’s availability for that fixture as well. During a press conference with the Spanish national team, speaking to Marca, the Barcelona forward openly discussed the moments of anxiety he experienced immediately after sustaining the injury.
His comments highlighted the pressure and concern surrounding his recovery timeline. The focus remains on his rehabilitation progress to ensure he can meet the demanding schedule of the World Cup.
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