Spain’s national team coach, Luis de la Fuente, has confirmed the fitness status of key players ahead of the World Cup opener against Cape Verde on Monday. Most notably, De la Fuente announced that Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal is cleared to play. Yamal had been sidelined for the latter part of the 2025/26 season following a hip injury sustained in April.
His current availability suggests a successful recovery from the physical setbacks. Beyond Yamal, the coaching staff addressed concerns regarding the readiness of other squad members, including Nico Williams. De la Fuente confirmed that both Lamine and Williams are available for selection.
However, the coach emphasized that while all players are fit, their minutes on the pitch will be managed carefully throughout the tournament to ensure sustained performance. Speaking on the squad’s status, De la Fuente stated that the overall condition of the players was positive. He specifically noted that Lamine Yamal has reached the desired level of fitness.
Furthermore, he confirmed the availability of Victor Moreno alongside Yamal and Williams, indicating that the core group of players are all ready to contribute to the squad’s campaign. The confirmation from fuente provides clarity regarding the immediate tactical options available to the Spanish national team.
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