Lamine Yamal expressed strong confidence in Spain’s prospects for the 2026 World Cup, stating that the team remains a primary contender for the trophy. Speaking prior to the Round of 16 match against Austria, the Barcelona forward also confirmed his full fitness to play the entire 90 minutes. Yamal described the experience of the World Cup as uniquely special, noting a profound sense of happiness upon his return from injury and recalling the goal scored against Saudi Arabia.
“When I enter a round, I always think I will win. Therefore, I believe we will win the World Cup this year,” he stated, conveying his belief in the team’s ability to secure the title. The 18-year-old added that he believes Spain may perform even better following matches where he has not played the full duration.
His statements underscore a high level of optimism surrounding the squad’s performance in the ongoing tournament. Yamal’s conviction suggests that the team views every stage of the World Cup competition as an opportunity to achieve victory.
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