Spain names World Cup squad, no Real Madrid players
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- Spain announced a 26‑man World Cup squad that includes 18‑year‑old forward Lamine Yamal despite his recent hamstring injury.
- Real Madrid has no representatives in the squad for the first time, with defenders Dean Huijsen and Dani Carvajal omitted.
- Arsenal contributes three players — goalkeeper David Raya, midfielder Martin Zubimendi, and midfielder Mikel Merino — to the squad.
- Barcelona midfielder Fermin López was ruled out with a broken foot, while uncapped defenders Eric García and Marc Pubill earned call‑ups after strong club performances.
- Spain will open Group H against Cape Verde on 15 June, then face Saudi Arabia on 21 June and Uruguay on 26 June, with the tournament running from 11 June to 19 July.
Why it matters: Spain’s selection gives coach de la Fuente a full‑strength roster for the June‑July World Cup, while Real Madrid loses a showcase for its players, hurting club marketability and fan engagement during the tournament.
