Spain: huge scare around Lamine Yamal before World Cup final

Author: lebledparle.comPublished on: July 16, 2026Country: Spain

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Spain: huge scare around Lamine Yamal before World Cup final

Three days before the 2026 World Cup final against Argentina, Lamine Yamal did not train with the Spanish squad on Thursday, raising concerns. The reassuring staff says he is on an individualized program to manage workload after the semi-final. The young FC Barcelona winger, already rested earlier in the tournament, should be available for the final according to Luis de la Fuente.

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