Lamine Yamal set to start for Spain in World Cup opener
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 11:12 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal is expected to be fit for Spain’s opening World Cup match against Cape Verde on June 15. His availability follows a positive recovery from a hamstring injury sustained at the end of the club season. Initially, there were concerns about his fitness, but Spain manager Luis de la Fuente is now planning to include him in the starting lineup. Reports indicate the national team’s forward trio may consist of Yamal, Mikel Oyarzabal, and Nico Williams. Spain's preparations continue as they approach the tournament start.
- •Yamal suffered a hamstring injury in April.
- •Recovery progress signals readiness for World Cup.
- •Spain’s first match is against Cape Verde on June 15.
- •Luis de la Fuente considers Yamal for the starting lineup.
- •Yamal is expected to play alongside Oyarzabal and Williams.
- 11:12 AMYahoo Sports — Lamine Yamal Injury News: Barcelona Ace Set For Spain World Cup Debut
- 10:25 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona sensation will be ready to start Spain’s World Cup opener after major fitness breakthrough
"Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal is expected to be available for Spain’s opening World Cup match against Cape Verde on June 15, bringing an end to weeks of uncertainty surrounding his fitness, reports...
"FC Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal now looks set to be available for Spain's World Cup debut against Cape Verde on June 15.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 11:12 AMLamine Yamal Injury News: Barcelona Ace Set For Spain World Cup Debut
FC Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal now looks set to be available for Spain's World Cup debut against Cape Verde on June 15.
- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 10:25 AMBarcelona sensation will be ready to start Spain’s World Cup opener after major fitness breakthrough
Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal is expected to be available for Spain’s opening World Cup match against Cape Verde on June 15, bringing an end to weeks of uncertainty surrounding his fitness, reports...
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