Ferran Torres discusses Lamine Yamal ahead of Spain's World Cup opener

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 3:22 PM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Ferran Torres discusses Lamine Yamal ahead of Spain's World Cup opener
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Ferran Torres urged Spain not to hold back Lamine Yamal ahead of their World Cup match against Cape Verde on Monday. Yamal is recovering from hamstring trouble and is said to be nearly 100% fit. Torres emphasized Yamal's importance to the team and suggested they allow him to play freely. The coach, Luis de la Fuente, will determine whether Yamal starts or is used as a substitute.

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  • Lamine Yamal is returning from a hamstring injury.
  • Spain's first World Cup game is against Cape Verde.
  • Ferran Torres supports Yamal playing significant minutes.
  • Decision on Yamal's participation rests with Luis de la Fuente.
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  • 3:22 PMYahoo Sports‘Don’t hold him back’ – Ferran Torres sends Lamine Yamal message to Spain ahead of Cape Verde clash
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The teenager is fit again after hamstring trouble.

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