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Lamine Yamal discusses match approach ahead of Spain vs. Saudi Arabia

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Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Lamine Yamal discusses match approach ahead of Spain vs. Saudi Arabia
Summary

Lamine Yamal addressed his fitness for Spain's upcoming World Cup match against Saudi Arabia in an interview with RTVE. He indicated that playing a full 90 minutes may be unnecessary as he is still regaining full fitness after a hamstring injury. Yamal noted that he can contribute for however many minutes the coach requires. He emphasized the importance of winning their second match despite a previous draw, mentioning that despite personal ambitions, he enjoys playing against top competitors like Messi and Mbappé. Spain's match against Saudi Arabia is set for this Sunday.

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By the Numbers
  • •Yamal recovering from a hamstring injury.
  • •He played 22 minutes against Cape Verde.
  • •Spain needs to win against Saudi Arabia on Sunday.
  • •Yamal acknowledges the importance of top opponents.
Latest Updates
  • 8:13 PMYahoo Sports — Spain's Yamal says 'too soon' to play full match at World Cup
  • 6:25 PMYahoo Sports — Lamine Yamal says he's not fully fit and is unlikely to start in Spain's second World Cup game
  • 2:06 PMYahoo Sports — 🎙️ Lamine Yamal: no need to play 90 minutes against Saudi Arabia
What they're saying
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Lamine Yamal is not feeling 100% fit and is not likely to start for Spain in the match against Saudi Arabia on Sunday at the World Cup. “I’m fine, I feel good, but it’s still too soon,” Yamal told Spanish network RTVE. The 18-year-old Yamal came off the bench in the 71st minute against Cape Verde but was not able to spark La Roja to victory against the nation of about half-million people that was making its debut at soccer's showcase event.

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Spain star Lamine Yamal said Friday it is "too soon" for him to play a full 90 minutes as he continues his recovery from a hamstring injury, ahead of the European champions' World Cup game against Saudi Arabia.Spain were the pre-tournament title favourites but they have not got past the last 16 at a World Cup since lifting the trophy for the first time in 2010. ali/gk/jc/pi

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Lamine Yamal has shed light on his availability for Spain’s upcoming match against Saudi Arabia at the World Cup. He did so today in an interview with RTVE. "It’s very early, it’s unnecessar...

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