The countdown is officially on! ⏳ With the FIFA World Cup just around the corner, the European champions, Spain, are in full-on preparation mode. The squad has been grinding away at their National Team Headquarters in Las Rozas, Madrid, as they gear up for a friendly clash against Iraq this Thursday. After that, the team is heading to Galicia for one last home-soil showdown before they jet off to North America to chase glory! ✈️🏆
The Dream Team is Set 🌟
Coach Luis de la Fuente has locked in his 26-man squad, and it is looking spicy. Midfield maestros Fabián Ruiz and Martín Zubimendi are in the mix, and the goal is guarded by David Raya, who is coming off a high-energy appearance in Saturday's UEFA Champions League final with Arsenal. Talk about bringing that winner's energy to the national team! 🔥
The Road to Victory: Group H 🗺️
Spain isn't just playing for fun; they've got a serious mission in Group H. Mark your calendars for June 15, when they kick off their campaign against Cape Verde. Following that, they'll be facing off against Saudi Arabia and Uruguay. It's going to be a rollercoaster of emotions and elite football! 🏟️✨
The Big Question: Will Lamine Yamal Play? 🤔
Every fan is asking the same thing: Where is Lamine Yamal? The young star, along with Nico Williams and Víctor Muñoz, is sitting out Thursday's friendly. Yamal is currently battling a torn left hamstring, which is a major nail-biter for the fans. 😬
However, Coach De la Fuente is staying positive. He mentioned that the recovery plan is on track, and while there are no guarantees, there is cautious optimism that Yamal could be fit and ready to start the opener on June 15. "Things are generally going very well," the coach noted, though he's keeping expectations grounded. Let's hope the recovery magic happens! 🪄💪
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Spain fine-tune plans for World Cup with friendly against Iraq
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